Category: Grower News
AmericanHort advocacy campaigns focus on H-2A reform, farm bill and grower aid
AmericanHort has three campaigns asking the horticulture industry to contact Congress on H-2A reform, the farm bill and specialty crop aid.
EHR expands sales team with three industry hires
EHR added Kelly Gallagher, Alison Hollingsworth and Seena Hagen to its national sales team, bringing 38 years of horticulture experience.
Taylor Farms recalls products because of salmonella risk
Taylor Farms has recalled products including prepared salsa and guacamole because of a risk of salmonella contamination.
BFG Supply employees signal job searches amid company uncertainty, potential bankruptcy filing
BFG Supply is preparing to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the coming weeks, according to a report from Octus, as dozens of employees seek new jobs and the company cancels its 2026 Marketplace Expo events.
American Floral Endowment announces board leadership changes effective Sept. 1
The American Floral Endowment named a new chairman and four trustees effective Sept. 1, 2026, while recognizing two outgoing board members.
Farm bill stalls by 1 vote in Senate ag committee
The Senate Agriculture Committee failed to advance its version of the farm bill on Aug. 6, with the legislation failing by one vote.
H-2A employers: Review new AEWR wage requirements
Most employers must comply beginning Aug. 3 while employers in certain states covered by a federal court order have until Aug. 17.
80 Acres Farms to cease operations less than a year after Soli Organic merger
80 Acres Farms plans to close after failing to secure capital, leaving the timeline, job impact and future of Infinite Acres unclear.
American Floral Endowment launches memorial tribute for Tom Moeller
The American Floral Endowment established a memorial tribute honoring Tom Moeller, with donations supporting the FTD Fund and floral industry initiatives.
Budget measure includes $12B in relief for farm economy
A $95 billion budget reconciliation measure that narrowly passed the U.S. House last week allocates up to $12 billion in relief for the strained farm economy.
2026 Great Lakes EXPO Farm Market Bus Tour
Spend a day exploring innovative farm markets and agritourism destinations across West Michigan. Get registered now before spots fill up.
Dramm adds protective bumper to rain wands, improved hose reel and guide
Dramm introduces reinforced Rain Wands and upgraded greenhouse watering equipment, including a new hose reel and heavy-duty hose guide.
Sustainabloom celebrates industry award, expands sustainability resources for flower growers
Sustainabloom received the 2026 Greenhouse Grower Spotlight Award and released a free sustainability planning template for flower growers.
Tessenderlo Kerley Hanford manufacturing plant recognized with Cal/OSHA’s highest safety designation
Tessenderlo Kerley’s Hanford, California, manufacturing facility earned Cal/OSHA VPP STAR status for workplace safety performance.