The threat of a deadly disease drove California’s TreeSource Citrus Nursery to shift all of its growing into greenhouses. Years later, the move has paid off in big ways.
USDA recently approved $1.2 billion in contracts through its Farmers to Families Food Box Program in a continued response to the coronavirus crisis. While the move is positive, it’s not without some controversy.
Here’s what we know about what’s happening at Green Empire Farms in upstate New York, where more than 150 workers have tested positive for coronavirus, as well as steps you can take to protect the health and safety of your employees.
The National Initiative for Consumer Horticulture recently hosted a webinar that offered tools, tips, and resources to all segments of the horticulture industry planning for a world beyond COVID-19.
The industry’s health status heading into 2021 is anyone’s guess right now. But here are a few things that could change based on what we’ve seen so far.
One of the underlying effects of the coronavirus lies beyond the bottom line of your business. It’s the mental health of you, your team, and your extended family.
With no clear timeline as to how long social distancing might last, most greenhouse owners are likely racking their brains to figure out how to manage costs right now.
The co-founder of a California cannabis testing lab shares his view on cannabis’ shiny new essential status, and some analysis of Florida’s recently approved hemp pilot program and USDA- issued guidance for financial institutions in dealing with hemp growers.
Top 100 Growers in the ornamentals market continue to expand, with optimism for the future and cautious concern over labor costs and the changing economy.
As more states begin to lift stay-at-home orders and allow more businesses to open, here are some tips on how you can take the same approach while working within social distancing guidelines.
As the economy restarts, now is an excellent opportunity to strengthen your company’s talent and make sure your employees are positioned for the future.
