Business & Management
McHutchison signs distribution partnership with Beekenkamp
McHutchison recently announced it has created a distribution partnership with Beekenkamp, a global leader in young plants and horticultural innovation. Starting on Jan. 1, 2026, McHutchison will be accepting orders for the distribution of Beekenkamp... more »
Proven Winners unites growers under single ownership structure
Proven Winners, North America’s consumer gardening brand, is consolidating its operations under a single ownership structure, merging Pleasant View Gardens of Loudon, New Hampshire, and Four Star Greenhouse of Carleton, Michigan. The partnership includes private... more »
Garden Media Group announces new hire, promotions
Garden Media Group recently announced it has hired Hope Thatcher as assistant account executive. In addition, the company announced several team promotions. With expertise in digital marketing and consumer trends, Thatcher has crafted engaging, story-driven... more »
“Eye of the Storm” panel investigating labor rule added to NCAE labor forum
Questions about the future of the ag industry, its ability to compete in the modern market and worker wages will be explored at the 2025 Ag Employer Labor Forum. Hosted by the National Council of... more »
Corteva to split seed and crop protection businesses in 2026
Corteva plans to separate its seed and crop protection businesses into two independent companies by the second half of 2026, aiming to focus more directly on the needs of farmers. The seed business, which includes... more »
Seed Your Future leads initiatives for horticulture careers
Seed Your Future is expanding its efforts to connect students with plant-focused careers through a series of national initiatives. The nonprofit hosted its National Leadership Meeting Sept. 16 to 18 at Longwood Gardens in Kennett... more »
2025 Labor Survey Report
The 2025 GPN Labor Survey offers a snapshot of the horticulture industry’s current labor situation for greenhouse and nursery growers across the U.S. The responses reflect a wide range of perspectives and experiences, shaped by... more »
Managing with a leadership mentality
In all my many years in retail and then in my consultancy, I thought I had experienced just about all the highs and lows of the economy, politics and social impacts affecting businesses and our... more »
Tech that works for small growers
There are stories in the news and on social media daily about the advancements and improvements being made by artificial intelligence (AI). While incorporating AI into controlled environment growing seems like a pipe dream for... more »
Industry groups welcome USDA Farm Labor Survey ending
Ag industry groups are celebrating USDA’s decision to end its Farm Labor Survey (FLS), saying the move will provide much-needed relief to farmers and ranchers. On Aug. 29, USDA filed a public inspection notice in... more »
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