California Spring Trials

The Show Must Go On

The 2020 California Spring Trials will definitely go down in history as one of the most memorable. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, heavy travel restrictions were put into place just weeks before the event was... more »

Chat Room — June 2020

This month, we asked readers about the California Spring Trials and houseplants. Click on the PDF below to read what they had to say. more »

Terra Nova Nurseries Releases Video Series

Terra Nova Nurseries has released three brand-new videos as part of its 2020 Terra Nova Varieties View series. This installment in the ongoing series showcases three of the company's... more »

Benary Debuts TeleCAST 2020

Each year, the team at Benary welcomes guests to the company's California Spring Trials, showcasing their new products, providing information and having some fun along the way. Unfortunately, the exhibitor had to cancel this year's... more »

Proven Winners OnDemand to Deliver Spring Preview Videos

Proven Winners is excited to deliver the California Spring Trials experience directly to you in a new way this year. The company has developed an impactful, convenient, innovative approach and is confident that this new... more »

Terra Nova Unveils CAST Introductions

On March 19, Terra Nova Nurseries released a list of new varieties that had been planned for display during the canceled 2020 California Spring Trials (CAST). The company also planning to release a new video... more »

Ball Announces Virtual CAST Experience

While Ball Horticultural Company's Santa Paula location is closed to the public due to shelter-in-place regulations, would-be Spring Trials attendees are welcome to tune in digitally to explore new products on display at the Ball... more »

Ball Cancels CAST, Updates Mobile App

The decision has been made final by Ball Horticultural Co. The California Spring Trials has been canceled amid concerns of the spread of COVID-19. But new products are still at your fingertips. Ball is inviting... more »

Syngenta Flowers to Host webCAST 2020

In the wake of the recently canceled California Spring Trials, Syngenta Flowers has announced its alternate plan for showcasing its newest plants and innovations. Syngenta Flowers is inviting growers, retailers, brokers and all members of... more »

Additional Exhibitors Pull Out of CAST

Earlier this week, Sakata and Syngenta Flowers announced the cancellation of their participation in the 2020 California Spring Trials, due to rising concerns surrounding the spread of COVID-19. Additional companies have released similar statements today... more »