First Read Grower to Grower Podcast: Trends in the Tropicals and Foliage Market With Chris Rocheleau By Brian D. Sparks|September 6, 2026
First Read Greenhouse Winter Readiness: Five Failures That Can Disrupt Spring Production By Cathy James, Hortica|September 5, 2026
First Read New CEAg World Industry Report Is a Field Grower’s Guide to Protected Ag By Kristin D. Zeit | CEAg World|September 4, 2026
When to Change Direction With Cannabis Cultivation, and When to Stay the Course By Ryan Douglas, Ryan Douglas Cultivation LLC|November 11, 2021 The most successful cultivation teams strictly follow their production plans, and only under certain circumstances do they modify them.
Approaching the Finish Line for Poinsettia Production By Sarah Jandricic|October 2, 2021 From insects and diseases to proper crop management, here are the factors that can make or break your final crop during poinsettia production.
Managing Whiteflies in Poinsettias Using Biological Control Agents By Erfan K. Vafaie|May 11, 2021 Recent research shows the use of biological controls, along with scouting, can be an important part of a grower’s whitefly management program.
Stay in the Know on Greenhouse Pest Management Options By Michigan State University|May 2, 2021 Michigan State University Extension has updated its insect and disease management recommendations for the 2021 greenhouse season.
Quick Guide To 10 of the Worst Greenhouse Pests By Suzanne Wainwright-Evans|March 26, 2021 The next time you’re faced with a pest problem in the greenhouse, use this tool to identify the pest correctly and find help when you have questions.
How Scouting Can Help Prevent Spider Mites From Exploding in Your Greenhouse Posted by Brian Sparks|March 23, 2021 A pest specialist outlines why the rapid reproductive potential of spider mites makes early detection critical.
Vegetable Growers Gain New Insect Management Options Posted by Brian Sparks|January 6, 2021 BASF is giving greenhouse vegetable growers more access to insect and mite control tools with the addition of four new supplemental labels.
A Closer Look at Your Most Pressing Pest Concerns By Brian D. Sparks|December 21, 2020 Protecting your greenhouse crops from insects and diseases is a yearly concern. However, the severity of problems, and the tools and management strategies used to control them, are evolving.
Learn the Ins and Outs of Pest Management in Ornamentals Posted by Brian Sparks|October 21, 2020 The Northeast Greenhouse Conference is offering an educational series in the wake of postponing its in-person conference to 2021.
Beware of Broad Mites in Cannabis Posted by Brian Sparks|October 8, 2020 Broad mites prefer young plants and are typically found feeding on the newest growth.
Michigan State Offering On-Demand Crop Protection and Water Management Videos Posted by Brian Sparks|September 28, 2020 The presentations are part of the university’ new virtual, on-demand 2020 Nursery Conference, which has been made available to all growers.
Top Pests to Monitor in Greenhouse Peppers Posted by Brian Sparks|August 19, 2020 Biological controls are a great pest management option for peppers grown in the greenhouse. Here are a few guidelines to consider.
Vegetable Growers Have New Tool for Pest Control Posted by Brian Sparks|August 5, 2020 A broad-spectrum insecticide, fungicide, and miticide has been approved for use by greenhouse vegetable growers to manage diseases, aphids, and more.
