Breeder News

Proven Winners ColorChoice Crowns 2020 Shrub Madness Winner

Proven Winners ColorChoice has crowned Oso Easy Italian Ice rose as the 2020 Shrub Madness winner. Based on the NCAA basketball playoffs, the contest is populated with a wide variety of Proven Winners ColorChoice shrubs, which... more »

Sakata Donates Masks, Gloves to Support COVID-19 Response

Sakata Seed America is doing its part to support medical professionals and the healthcare system during the ongoing COVID-19 crisis. Sakata Seed America team members use respiratory masks and gloves as part of the company’s... more »

Terra Nova Unveils CAST Introductions

On March 19, Terra Nova Nurseries released a list of new varieties that had been planned for display during the canceled 2020 California Spring Trials (CAST). The company also planning to release a new video... more »

Ball Announces Virtual CAST Experience

While Ball Horticultural Company's Santa Paula location is closed to the public due to shelter-in-place regulations, would-be Spring Trials attendees are welcome to tune in digitally to explore new products on display at the Ball... more »

Flower Trials 2020 Canceled

Due to the current situation regarding the COVID-19 virus, the FlowerTrials Board announced today that the 2020 FlowerTrials, scheduled for June 9-12, will be canceled. The Board has been continuously monitoring the situation, and in... more »

Ball Cancels CAST, Updates Mobile App

The decision has been made final by Ball Horticultural Co. The California Spring Trials has been canceled amid concerns of the spread of COVID-19. But new products are still at your fingertips. Ball is inviting... more »

Syngenta Flowers to Host webCAST 2020

In the wake of the recently canceled California Spring Trials, Syngenta Flowers has announced its alternate plan for showcasing its newest plants and innovations. Syngenta Flowers is inviting growers, retailers, brokers and all members of... more »

Additional Exhibitors Pull Out of CAST

Earlier this week, Sakata and Syngenta Flowers announced the cancellation of their participation in the 2020 California Spring Trials, due to rising concerns surrounding the spread of COVID-19. Additional companies have released similar statements today... more »