Associations

NGB Offering Marketing Tools for ‘Year of’ Crops

National Garden Bureau (NGB) has created, and is making available, trendy, creative and on-point marketing tools to help retailers and growers promote the 2022 “Year of the” crops. These tools are designed to make your marketing life... more »

AmericanHort Seeks Nominations for Board of Directors

The AmericanHort Board of Directors has announced that the application period for the 2022 board of director nominations is now open. Applications will be accepted until Feb.18, 2022 from AmericanHort members interested in being nominated... more »

HRI Kicks Off 60th Anniversary Celebration

On Jan. 6, the Horticultural Research Institute (HRI), kicked off a milestone year, recognizing and thanking donors, researchers, and the industry during a reception at the Mid Atlantic Nursery Trade Show (MANTS) in Baltimore, MD.... more »

ONLA Changes Name to OGIA

The Ohio Nursery & Landscape Association (ONLA) has changed its name to the Ohio Green Industry Association (OGIA). The change is meant to be more inclusive and reflect the association's commitment to those working within... more »

SAF Offers Valentine’s Day Resources

Valentine's Day is always busy, but this year, Feb. 14 falls on the Monday after Super Bowl Sunday, which could bring additional challenges. The Society of American Florists’ learning hub, has a collection of Valentine's... more »

NGB Releases Green Thumb Award Winners for ’22

National Garden Bureau recently announced the winners of the 2022 Green Thumb Award. This year’s winners include four outstanding new plant varieties and one new gardening product. Winners of the 2022 Green Thumb Awards were chosen based... more »

MANTS Announces 2023 Dates

The Mid-Atlantic Nursery Trade Show (MANTS) has announced its dates for 2023. The trade show is scheduled to meet Jan. 11-13, 2023 at the Baltimore Convention Center. MANTS 2022 recently convened at the Baltimore Convention Center... more »

International Fresh Produce Association Officially Debuts

This month marks the debut of the new International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA), the global trade association representing the fresh produce and floral supply chains. The association represents the interests, individuals and organizations across the... more »

AFE Adds New Scholarship

A new scholarship fund has been established through the American Floral Endowment (AFE) to support future generations of students interested in pursuing a career in floriculture. This scholarship joins 26 other scholarships available through the Endowment. The... more »

NGB Helps Educate Millions of Consumers on Poinsettias

National Garden Bureau (NGB) helped its members spread holiday cheer, reaching millions of home gardeners in December. The organization and its members created a “Tips for Making Your Poinsettia Shine Through the Season and Beyond”... more »