New Technology on Display at MANTS 2026
The 2026 Mid-Atlantic Nursery Trade Show (MANTS) welcomed attendees and exhibitors to a sold-out trade show floor at the Baltimore Convention Center from Jan. 7-9, 2026. The centerpiece of MANTS is the connection among talented growers, innovative suppliers, and seasoned industry experts, all eager to connect, collaborate, and share their insights.
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Plant-IT-Friendly (Air Tray Technologies By Blackmore Co)
Plant-It-Friendly is a breakthrough recyclable retail sleeve that is 96% plastic-free, fully customizable, and designed to replace traditional plastic pots and tags. Created for growers and retailers seeking a cleaner, smarter, and more sustainable packaging solution. Its 96% plastic-free solution significantly reduces plastic use in the green industry. Recyclable sleeves offer a responsible alternative to traditional pots and plant tags. https://air-trays.com/air-tray-technologies/plant-it-friendly/
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ULTRA Pot (Bamaplast)
ULTRA is an advanced pot engineered for those who demand more from cultivation. With its reinforced rim, ULTRA ensures stability, effortless mechanical handling, and a secure grip, optimizing workflow and logistics from greenhouse to open field. Made from 100% recycled polyethylene , ULTRA is the achievement of sustainability with Italian design in a bold, modern shape. https://www.bamaplast.it/en/
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V-ARI Voice Assisted Radio Intelligence (ET Grow)
ET Grow delivers modern communication and operational intelligence for agriculture. Its flagship solution, V-ARI (Voice-Assisted Radio Intelligence), transforms two-way radios, LTE devices, and mobiles into a real-time AI communications hub, enabling instant conversational language translation, task execution, workflow visibility, and hands-free support for field, operations, and enterprise-scale teams. V-ARI reduces confusion, accelerates coordination, and gives growers and ag operators clearer, safer, more traceable workdays. ET Grow also provides the NextGen Platform, a purpose-built Inventory & ERP suite for greenhouse and nursery operations, and the Merchandise App, a retail execution system for big box and grower–retailer programs across North America. https://etgrow.com/
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BioTAG (HIP Labels)
BioTAG plant tags, a giant leap forward in sustainability, is a unique and authentic soil biodegradable plant tag developed by HIP Labels to reduce single-use plastic waste in the horticulture industry by eliminating plastic from landfills and bodies of water. BioTAG® plant tags have been tested to the ASTM D5988 soil biodegradability test method. After burying in soil with the plant and disintegration into small pieces in soil, BioTAG® plant tags fully biodegrade in 90 days. Durable in the plant production cycle and with excellent print quality, BioTAG® is perfect for all shapes and sizes of stake and hang tags. https://hiplabels.com/
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Mobile-Mee IPM Sprayer (MeeFog)
The Mobile-Mee is a high-volume, industrial-grade chemical sprayer compatible with any water-based chemical. Operating at 2,000 psi, it is more effective than conventional sprayers, reaching more than 20 feet. The unit produces 10-micron droplet fog to quickly cover large areas, reducing labor and increasing efficiency. The Mobile-Mee is essential for professionals seeking a dynamic, fast, and reliable spraying solution for various applications. https://www.meefog.com/
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Agriware ERP Business Software (Mprise Agriware USA)
Business and production ERP software for large-scale nurseries. One system for accounting, sales, delivery, operations, and planning, built on Microsoft Dynamics 365. https://www.mprise-agriware.com/
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One-Way Rack Shipping (The Perennial Farm)
The Perennial Farm’s one-way racks can be shipped nationwide. Plants arrive safely and securely, ensuring they're in perfect condition upon delivery. Most arrive within one to three days. Full or half racks available. PerennialFarm.com
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Plant-IT-Friendly (Air Tray Technologies By Blackmore Co)
ULTRA Pot (Bamaplast)
V-ARI Voice Assisted Radio Intelligence (ET Grow)
BioTAG (HIP Labels)
Mobile-Mee IPM Sprayer (MeeFog)
Agriware ERP Business Software (Mprise Agriware USA)
One-Way Rack Shipping (The Perennial Farm)
MANTS 2026 was a hub for networking, professional development, and discovering the newest horticulture products and trends throughout the three-day event. The show’s format encourages peer-to-peer collaboration and meaningful engagement, keeping business at the show’s core year after year.
Over the next couple weeks, we will highlight some of the new products on display at MANTS 2026. Check out the slideshow above for a closer look at new technology.
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