Education

AFE celebrates the 2024 Paul Ecke, Jr. and Altman Family scholars
Six individuals dedicated to the horticulture industry have excelled in their fields, earning them scholar status in two prestigious educational funding programs through the American Floral Endowment (AFE). The Paul Ecke, Jr. and Altman Family... more »
University of Florida Greenhouse 101 online training starts June 3
Greenhouse 101, starting on June 3, is the first 2024 course in the University of Florida IFAS Extension's award-winning Greenhouse Training Online series. This course offers valuable insights into the horticultural science behind plant growth,... more »
New NCAE webinar on DOL’s ‘Farmworker Protection’ rule
The National Council of Agricultural Employers (NCAE) has the next installment of its educational webinar series ready for you to view. The “Detangling the Department of Labor’s ‘Farmworker Protection’ Rule” webinar will focus on the... more »
Apply for AFE’s Educational Grants before June 1
The American Floral Endowment (AFE) is accepting applications for their 2024-2025 Educational Grants until June 1, 2024. AFE's Educational Grants help fund wide-reaching industry learning programs that provide solutions and focus on ongoing and new educational opportunities. The... more »
SAF sends teachers on a horticultural summer field trip
Thirty high school science teachers from across the U.S. will get an inside look at the horticulture industry this summer when they embark on an immersive field trip to horticultural destinations around Indianapolis, gaining valuable... more »

Horticulture, floriculture students can apply for AFE scholarships by May 1
Both undergraduate and graduate students studying floriculture and horticulture are encouraged to submit their applications by the May 1 deadline. Applications are now open for 30+ undergraduate and graduate scholarships through our online scholarship platform! Scholarships range from $500 to... more »
Unearth your potential
A new online education series from AmericanHort has launched this year, specifically built for young and emerging horticultural professionals. “Grow Forward: Finding Success Beyond the Plants” is designed to equip young professionals with tools for... more »
UF Root Health Symposium happens in May
Root health and growth have a huge effect on the yield, crop time and losses and profitability of container-grown and hydroponic crops. This symposium will showcase the latest advancements in root zone and controlled environment... more »

Check out AmericanHort’s newest certification
AmericanHort announces its Greenhouse Technician Certification — new for 2024. This is a groundbreaking initiative designed to empower your workforce and elevate the standards of greenhouse operations. What is it? The Greenhouse Technician Certification is... more »
CEA Alliance hosts webinar on energy management
The Controlled Environment Agriculture Alliance (CEA Alliance) will host its first webinar of 2024. “You Can’t Buy Power the Way You Buy Paper! Using Energy as a Competitive Advantage” is a free webinar that will... more »