Management
Grower success stories: Rocket Farms is zooming
Rocket Farms began more than 70 years ago as a family-owned farming operation along California’s central coast. Rooted in agriculture and innovation, the company was formed with a simple mission: to grow quality plants with... more »
Software simplifies inventory and logistics
Managing plant inventory and logistics can be complex — but Agriware simplifies the process by connecting every part of the greenhouse operation into one seamless system. “Agriware’s software bridges the gap between what you planned... more »
Affording to automate in the greenhouse
According to USDA-Economic Research Service, wage and salary employment in agriculture, including horticulture, has been on a gradual upward trend since 2010. Agriculture employment has risen from 1.13 million workers in 2013 to 1.17 million... more »
USDA takes ‘bold action’ to ban Chinese farmland ownership, elevate farm security
The USDA launched its National Farm Security Action Plan on July 8 during a cabinet-level event aimed at barring China and other “foreign adversaries” from acquiring U.S. farmland, signaling a new front in national and... more »
Bloomin’ Easy adds Poplar Ridge as supplier
Bloomin’ Easy Plants, Inc. has announced Poplar Ridge Nursery as its newest licensed input supplier, expanding its ornamental grass offerings for growers and landscapers. Poplar Ridge will serve as a primary supplier of Bloomin’ Easy... more »
Labor Department suspends contested H-2A worker protection rule
The U.S. Department of Labor has suspended a contested measure that extended protections to H-2A workers who organize to form labor unions. Components of the rule, “Improving Protections for Workers in Temporary Agricultural Employment in... more »
Horticultural supply chains: Streamlining operations to reduce disruptions and boost efficiency
Given the current challenges facing horticultural supply chains, it’s easy to feel concerned. Wildfires, pest outbreaks, market changes — the disruptions are frequent but not unmanageable. It all comes down to operational efficiency and smarter... more »
Ken McVicker joins McHutchison as nursery director
McHutchison has named Ken McVicker as its new director of sales, nursery. This bringS more than 25 years of industry experience to the company. McVicker... more »
Budget bill clears House by one vote, moves to Senate
The massive budget bill dubbed the One Big Beautiful Bill passed the U.S. House early Thursday morning after more than 24 hours of debate that began at 1 a.m. Wednesday. The mega bill, which Republicans... more »
Reconciliation package narrowly passes budget committee
A massive $4 trillion reconciliation package narrowly passed the U.S. House Budget Committee on May 18, sending it to the Rules Committee for negotiated changes to be added and clearing the way for a floor... more »
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