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Smart growing solutions: Technologies designed to help growers improve efficiency and production management
New products at Cultivate’26 highlighted advances in testing, labeling and propagation. Discover featured exhibitors and evaluate the latest growing solutions.
Culture Report: Fairytrail Cascade hydrangea series
Fairytrail Cascade hydrangeas combine distinctive growth habits with efficient production timing. Review cultural practices and evaluate each variety.
Driving the next era of greenhouse crop protection: Biologicals, banker plants and better data
Growers are combining biologicals, habitat plants and targeted chemistries for stronger IPM. Discover key innovations and management approaches.
Dr. Bugs: Are insect growth regulators effective against mealybugs?
Insect growth regulators target immature mealybug stages and can help suppress populations in greenhouses. Compare research findings and understand application timing.
Forty Under 40 Perspectives: Stop guessing and start growing with data
Laboratory analysis helps greenhouse growers make informed crop management decisions using water, media and tissue testing. Understand key insights and improve production.
Straight Talk for Growers: Assessing seed trends for profitability
Introducing new seed varieties requires balancing market demand with production realities. Assess opportunities and refine decisions strategically.
Duets: Agriculture and talking about mental health
Agriculture brings unique mental health challenges for farm families and workers. Explore practical perspectives and encourage supportive conversations.
Greenhouse heating upgrades without the headache
Modern unit heaters help greenhouse operators retrofit aging heating systems with less disruption. Improve efficiency and maintain climate control.
A cut above: Fresh picks for cut flower growers
New flower varieties showcased at California Spring Trials emphasize color, durability and season-long performance. Discover introductions and review their key traits.
Grower Success Stories: Greener Roots Farm doubles down in vertical farming
Greener Roots Farm grows hydroponic herbs and leafy greens year-round in Tennessee. Explore its expansion and discover its approach to sustainable agriculture.
Healthy root zones: Strength below the surface
Growing media innovations help strengthen roots while improving water management and efficiency. Compare biological strategies and evaluate substrate options.
Harvesting solutions in a labor-strained industry
Experts explain how growers are adapting to workforce challenges through technology and policy changes. Discover practical insights and compare emerging solutions.
Biostimulant program improves early poinsettia rooting and survival
A greenhouse trial found early biostimulant applications improved poinsettia rooting and reduced propagation losses. Explore results and compare treatments.
Standout 2026 annuals for container gardens
Container trials identified nine outstanding annual introductions with exceptional heat tolerance and long-lasting color. Compare varieties and explore proven performers.
Business coaching comes to Cultivate
Coach’s Corner offers Cultivate attendees one-on-one business coaching included with an All-Access Pass. Explore expert guidance and examine strategies for sales, leadership and profitability.
Technically Speaking: Nitrogen forms and why they matter in soilless substrates
Learn how nitrate, ammonium and urea influence substrate pH, nutrient availability and crop health in greenhouse production. See what this means for growers.