California Spring Trials
Trends that are all about that vase
The North American market for cut flowers remains strong as consumers fill garden beds and patio containers with better options for floral arrangements to enjoy at home or sell at local markets. Sunflowers are a... more »
New expectations: 2026 variety introductions at CAST 2025
Breeders are set to show off the latest genetics at the end of this month at California Spring Trials 2025. It takes years of research, trials and technology to produce new varieties to improve our... more »
Register for California Spring Trials 2025 now
Are you ready to plan your trip around the California coast to see the best new genetics for 2026 release? California Spring Trials is set to take place on March 26-29, 2025. National Garden Bureau... more »
National Garden Bureau to manage California Spring Trials marketing, registration, website
The National Garden Bureau (NGB) has announced it 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... more »
California Spring Trials hot topics and trends of the 2024 event
Our industry is always evolving, and keeping up with the latest trends helps keep business up and consumers happy. The California Spring Trials is my yearly refresh to see what breeders have been working on... more »
Editor’s Letter: Labor updates
Labor challenges continue in the industry. We wanted to find out how growers are currently holding up and what they are doing to combat the issues. GPN’s labor survey report found that 45% of participants... more »
Virtual walking tour of Westhoff at CAST 2024
Visiting all the breeders at California Spring Trials is my favorite way to kick off spring! Seeing the colors and characteristics in color and discussing the varieties in person with the specialists is an unmatched... more »
CAST 2024 new variety preview
I can’t wait to share the new varieties and trends breeders are showcasing this year at CAST. We will be visiting every location and every breeder to find out what options growers will have for... more »
Dümmen Orange will setup 2024 CAST display at new location
Dümmen Orange is busy preparing to exhibit for the upcoming California Spring Trials (CAST) 2024 with a new location this year. Center of Effort will host Dümmen Orange in Arroyo Grande, California, from 8:00 a.m.... more »
Editor’s letter: Events and new varieties
The 2024 California Spring Trials event is so close! This month, many of us will be absorbing the eye candy of new introductions and improved genetics breeders will offer in 2025. So many colors, textures... more »
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