A growing consumer desire for locally grown produce is one reason greenhouse ornamentals producers should consider vegetable production.

Switching over to tomato, cucumber or pepper production can be a big change for any greenhouse. These crops have long production cycles and may not fit as easily into windows of opportunity between ornamental production cycles. However, culinary herbs are a relatively quick and can easily be grown in simple hydroponic systems.

Agricultural water users in both Indiana and Michigan with the capacity to pump 70 gallons per minute or more need to report their water use by April 1.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released new figures that show the organic industry continues to grow domestically […]

The Plant Trials Database announced that there is now enough plant trialing data to share with the industry. The data can be accessed by going to the Plant Trials website and filling out a short application form.

New tropical varieties are great options for containers and combination planters, and boast bold-colored foliage which is sure to draw attention to patios and landscapes.

All-America Selections (AAS) is touring North Carolina for the first time for the 2014 AAS Summer Summit/Road Trip, which will be held June 16-19.

Rebecca Siemonsma resigned from her position with Beekenkamp Plants, effective March 7, 2014. Siemonsma had been a technical product specialist with Beekenkamp Plants since November 2013.

Adaptive Plastics, Inc. has announced the promotion of Laurie Stribling to a newly created outside sales position. In her new position, Stribling will drive sales of Solexx greenhouse covering to commercial greenhouse and nursery growers.

BASF Empress Intrinsic brand fungicide has received supplemental labeling from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for use on herbaceous and woody plants in greenhouse, nursery container and field production in New York.

Terra Nova Nurseries announced a new ‘sneak peek’ introduction called agastache ‘Kudos Gold’.

Panicum virgatum ‘Northwind’ is the Perennial Plant Association’s 2014 Perennial Plant of the Year. Panicum virgatum carries the common name of switchgrass.

The Horticultural Research Institute (HRI) and the New England Nursery Association (NENA) have created of the New England Nursery Association Industry Growth Fund, a new type of grant program through HRI.