Associations

AFE awards $63,500 in educational grants

The American Floral Endowment (AFE) announced on Oct. 23 that 19 organizations will receive educational grants totaling $63,500 for the 2024-25 period. These funds will support various educational initiatives, including conferences and training programs aimed... more »

NGB awards Therapeutic Garden Grants

National Garden Bureau (NGB), along with program sponsors American Meadows, Ball Horticultural and Sakata Seed America are proud to announce the five therapeutic gardens receiving grants totaling more than $7,500. For more than a decade, National Garden Bureau has provided much-needed resources... more »

Court to hear lawsuit against Labor Department’s Rule

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky will hold a hearing on Nov. 4 at 9:00 a.m. ET, regarding a lawsuit filed by the National Council of Agricultural Employers (NCAE) and several... more »

NGB will unveil new management system for 2025 California Spring Trials in 2025

National Garden Bureau (NGB) will manage the California Spring Trials, formerly known as the "Pack Trials". This marks a significant shift for the event, which has been a key fixture in the horticulture industry for... more »

Seed Your Future survey needs your input

The latest survey from Seed Your Future about internships is now available for your input. Internships play a critical role in preparing students for success while helping employers discover future talent. To expand these opportunities,... more »

AFE’s 2024 Ambassador Award is presented

The American Floral Endowment (AFE) has announced Augusto Solano, executive president of Asocolflores, as the recipient of the 2024 AFE Ambassador Award. Solano was recognized on Oct. 3, 2024, during the Asocolflores Board of Directors... more »

American Horticultural Society receives $5M endowment gift

The American Horticultural Society (AHS) announced a $5 million endowment gift from longtime board member Marcia Zech during its annual gala on Sept. 21, 2024, in Alexandria, Virginia. Zech’s contribution aims to secure the organization’s... more »

IFPA, AmericanHort lead legal fight against DOL’s H-2A rule

The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) and AmericanHort, alongside several other agricultural organizations, have filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), challenging new H-2A regulations. The lawsuit claims the rule is unconstitutional,... more »

Horticulture degree enrollment hits 10-year high

Enrollment in horticulture degree programs has surged across the U.S., with bachelor’s programs reaching a ten-year high in 2021, according to a new study. Nearly 47% of universities surveyed in 2024 reported increased enrollment in... more »

American Horticultural Society wins GardenComm honors

The American Gardener, a membership magazine by the American Horticultural Society (AHS), received three awards from Garden Communicators International (GardenComm) at its annual conference Aug. 28 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. David J. Ellis, editor of... more »