Category: Associations
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.
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.
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.
PanAmerican Seed breeds first three AAS winners for 2027
All-America Selections announced its first three 2027 National Winners, all bred by PanAmerican Seed.
Vernonia ‘Summer’s Swan Song’ selected as 2027 Perennial Plant of the Year
Perennial Plant Association named Vernonia ‘Summer’s Swan Song’ 2027 Perennial Plant of the Year for its compact habit and pollinator value.
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.
Farwest Show to feature automation, education and networking opportunities
Farwest Show returns Aug. 26-28 with seminars, an Automation Summit, nursery tours and networking events.
Seed Your Future connects students with horticulture careers at Cultivate’26
Seed Your Future connected 43 students and educators with horticulture careers at Cultivate’26 as its Career Day program continues to grow.
AFE’s Grow Pro to host webinar on thrips control and emerging UV-C technology
A free Grow Pro webinar on July 28 will examine thrips management strategies and provide an update on UV-C research for floriculture.
California Association of Nurseries restores historic name amid advocacy focus
Plant California Alliance has rebranded as the California Association of Nurseries, returning to its historic name while expanding advocacy efforts.
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.
AFE announces 2026 internship scholarship recipients
The American Floral Endowment selected eight students for its 2026 internship scholarship programs in floriculture and horticulture.
NGB marks America’s 250th anniversary with member company legacy campaign
National Garden Bureau’s America 250 initiative highlights horticulture companies that helped shape the U.S. garden industry.
Floral Marketing Fund launches redesigned website
The Floral Marketing Fund unveiled a redesigned website featuring improved access to consumer research, industry resources and news.
Ken Fisher shared farewell message as he departs from AmericanHort
Ken Fisher has departed AmericanHort and Lionel van der Walt is the new president and CEO. Read Fisher’s farewell message.
From propagation to consumers: HRI research powers every link in the green industry supply chain
HRI is investing $560,000 in 18 horticulture research projects focused on production, plant health, landscapes, and consumers. Explore the research and learn more.