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Monrovia announces new Landscape Legends retail program

As Monrovia marks its 100th anniversary, it is showcasing the top 100 iconic plants in a new program called Landscape Legends. This anniversary collection includes a curated list of plants that have made history over... more »

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A changing labor landscape for horticulture

Several recent decisions affecting ag labor have industry insiders cautiously optimistic that the political landscape may be favorable for long-lasting reform.  In early September, the USDA announced it was discontinuing a method of measuring farm... more »

Smarter watering, healthier plants

Delivering practical skills for irrigation and tissue culture success Paul Fisher, Extension specialist in floriculture and greenhouse production at the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida, will present two sessions at the Great Lakes Fruit,... more »

AEWR labor coalition recommends Washington lawmakers help growers

As Washington searches for ways to keep the lights on, the AEWR Agricultural Labor Coalition says the same urgency should be applied to America’s farms. Up to 34 farm and agribusiness groups are calling for... 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 »

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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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Sollum Technologies appoints Giancarlo Santella as CFO

Sollum Technologies has named Giancarlo Santella as its new chief financial officer. Santella brings nearly 20 years of experience in corporate finance, operations and strategic growth. He most recently... more »

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Danziger launches online hub to support growers

Danziger has launched a Growing Tips Hub to provide greenhouse and nursery growers with year-round access to professional growing resources. The online hub offers technical product pages for annuals and perennials, propagation and finishing tips,... more »

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Be heard on today’s labor challenges

As the labor environment evolves, growers are increasingly challenged by hiring and retaining qualified workers. Rising wages, limited local labor pools and a reliance on seasonal or H-2A workers are driving businesses to reevaluate workforce... more »