The state of the horticulture industry keynote presentation at Cultivate’18 offered a mixed outlook, one that could be altered significantly by the mid-term elections.

Panelists at the annual Town Hall forum at Cultivate debated on the most effective ways to connect with consumers and sell them plants based on their needs.

Greenhouse Grower held its annual Medal of Excellence event on Monday, July 16, during Cultivate’18. The awards reception celebrates greenhouse operations, plant breeders, technology companies, and other organizations that strive for excellence, and as expected, there was much of that to be found during the event.

Greenhouse Grower’s Medal of Excellence awards program at Cultivate’18 was a celebration of the best in breeding and the dedication to quality that is so prevalent in our industry. Check out who the big winners were.

“We continue to look for new ideas from growers and to help them find the solutions they need,” said Raymond van den Berg of ISO Group, which was presented during Greenhouse Grower’s Medal of Excellence awards program.

“It doesn’t take fancy machines or high-tech greenhouses to be successful,” said Stephen Barlow of Barlow’s Flower Farm in accepting the award which was presented during Greenhouse Grower’s Medal of Excellence awards program. “It takes hard work and dedication.”

“I love getting up every day and going to work,” said Gerace in accepting the award, which was presented during Greenhouse Grower’s Medal of Excellence awards program.

From workshops to provocative presentations to awards programs, here are some events you’ll want to make sure are on your schedule for Cultivate’18.

Those impacted most by Dr. Royal Heins – his students, colleagues, and clients – talk about his influence on their careers and the industry.

Here’s your chance to get to know the finalists for this year’s Head Grower of the Year awards. The winner will be announced at Cultivate’18 during Greenhouse Grower’s Medal of Excellence event.

The5k walk/run race, sponsored by Luxflora, is an opportunity for industry members to network, build relationships, have some healthy fun, and start off Cultivate’18 with a flourish.

Royal Heins’ career has gleaned discoveries that have changed the industry and continue to impact growers’ production practices. His legacy continues in research and production through his former students and current grower clients.

Registration is now open for the awards ceremony, which takes place Monday, July 16, during Cultivate’18.