Production

A Solution for the Future

As growers, we have many day-to-day activities that must be taken care of, so we don’t always look at longer term projections. One of the greatest issues our industry faces is the vehicles we use... more »

Propagation Pointers

Propagating ornamental crops is one of the most challenging aspects of production, yet an increasing number of greenhouse growers are doing it themselves. The success of a finished crop is highly dependent on the success... more »

ITC Recognizes Profile Products

Profile Products was recently honored with the International Trade Council’s Business of the Year Award in the Legend of Manufacturing category during the 2019 Go Global Awards in Chicago in October. The Go Global Awards are designed to... more »

Stay prepared: Boiler and generator maintenance checklists for the upcoming seasons

{Sponsored} As the fall and winter seasons come into focus, two of the most vital pieces of equipment to maintain and prepare are your boilers and emergency generators. Is your equipment ready for a potentially rough... more »

In Case of Emergency: creating a proper evacuation plan to keep your employees safe

{Sponsored} For a greenhouse, there can be no worse days than when a disaster strikes — but the biggest difference between a bad day and a disaster can be as simple as proper planning and preparation. ... more »

Acing Worker Protection Standard (WPS) Safety Training

{Sponsored} Pesticide safety training is one aspect of employee training that can’t be underdone. As of Jan. 2, 2018, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requires that Worker Protection Standard (WPS) safety training be performed with all... more »

Dramm, KETOS Announce Strategic Partnership

KETOS, Inc. and Dramm Corp. have announced a strategic partnership to help growers across the United States and Canada. Understanding the correlation between water quality and food safety, Dramm will use KETOS water monitoring solutions to provide growers... more »

Greenhouse Management Workshop to Address Sustainable and Safe Crop Production

The Ohio State University’s annual Greenhouse Management Workshop will take place Jan. 16-17, 2020, in Wooster, Ohio. The workshop takes a cross-commodity approach covering both ornamental and vegetable crops. This year’s theme is Sustainable and... more »