Grower News
Biotalys partners with 21st.BIO to scale biocontrol
Biotalys has entered a strategic partnership with 21st.BIO to accelerate production of its protein-based agricultural biocontrol products, the companies announced Jan. 23. The collaboration will use 21st.BIO’s precision fermentation platform to support commercial-scale manufacturing of... more »
New on-demand webinar explores labor challenges and opportunities for growers
Labor challenges continue to create uncertainty for specialty crop operations, and rules are changing fast. A new on-demand labor roundtable webinar from Greenhouse Product News brings together leading experts to break down recent regulatory updates, policy... more »
HRI announces 2026 board leadership governance updates
The Horticultural Research Institute, the research affiliate of AmericanHort, announced its 2026 Board of Trustees leadership and governance updates, including new officers, term renewals and a new trustee. The board provides strategic direction for national... more »
AmericanHort now accepting nominations for board of directors
Eligible AmericanHort members can now to submit applications or nominate an industry leader for the board of directors. “We welcome the opportunity for accomplished leaders to be part of the AmericanHort Board of Directors,” said... more »
BioWorks appoints Jason Miller director of sales
BioWorks has appointed Jason Miller as director of sales and distributor relations manager, where he will lead the company’s North American sales strategy and distributor partnerships. In the role, Miller will focus on aligning biological... more »
OASIS Eleganz foliage cleaner launches for greenhouse growers
Oasis Grower Solutions has introduced OASIS Eleganz Liquid Leaf Clean, Shine and Protect, a concentrate designed to remove production residues from foliage plants and improve retail presentation for greenhouse growers and plant retailers. The product... more »
Kathy Jentz elected president of GardenComm
Kathy Jentz has been elected president of GardenComm: Garden Communicators International, beginning her two-year term for 2026-2028. A long-time member and dedicated volunteer, Jentz has served in numerous leadership roles within the organization, including on... more »
$15 billion grower aid tranche being discussed
Key members of the U.S. House and Senate are working to put together $15 billion in aid, including relief for specialty crop growers, in this month’s appropriation bills, according to a POLITICO report. Sen. John... more »
HIP Labels introduces soil-biodegradable plant tags
HIP Labels has introduced soil-biodegradable plant tag BioTAG, intended to reduce single-use plastic waste by eliminating plastic from landfills and bodies of water. BioTAG plant tags have been tested to the ASTM D5988 soil biodegradability... more »
Industry focus on specialty crop relief intensifies as deadline approaches
With specialty crop producers largely left out of a $12 billion grower aid package announced in December, the push is on to ensure that relief is part of any legislation that keeps the federal government... more »
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