It’s more important than ever to have good data that allows us to accurately measure the size and scope of our industry.

Growth signifies a healthy industry, and indeed, several of Greenhouse Grower’s Top 100 Growers expanded their operations significantly between 2016 and 2017.

Owen was hired in January 2017 with an Extension and research appointment in floriculture and greenhouse production.

Consumers can tune into the “Artists Rebloomed” station on Pandora to find hit songs from musical artists who have “rebloomed” and reinvented themselves throughout the years.

In spring 2014, Bell Nursery stopped using neonicotinoids to find out how it would impact production. Then the operation began keeping bees to learn more.

Registration for the courses, which take place online and provide detailed information on biocontrols and lighting in the greenhouse, is now open.

Joining other members of the agriculture community, Demaline provided insights on the importance of a reliable guest worker program and offered the greenhouse industry as a resource for the new administration.

Registration is now open for one of the summer’s most popular events for anyone wishing to connect and network with the home gardening industry.

Young growers have passion for all aspects of organic and sustainable growing. The key to not losing them to the cannabis industry, according to Kelly Vance, a Technical Consultant for Beneficial Insectary, may be nurturing their interests in these fields by aligning greenhouse production with sustainable growing practices.

Early-bird discounts are available for both attendees and exhibitors for this year’s show, which has been scheduled to allow attendees more time to visit local nurseries, growers, and retailers.

Hoffman Nursery was a sponsor of the recent 41st National Collegiate Landscape Competition, an event that offers several opportunities for companies in the green industry to meet and recruit the next-generation of horticulturists.

In March, Baldwin wrote a blog advising grower-retailers to consider raising their prices this spring. The post inspired a number of creative suggestions.

Four students pursuing careers in horticulture now have scholarships to help them along the way, thanks to the American Floral Endowment.