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Syngenta Flowers adopts paper data loggers system

May 16

Syngenta Flowers has partnered with Tapp to replace single-use plastic data loggers with recyclable paper alternatives, reducing waste and streamlining shipping data access for growers. The new Tapp paper data loggers will replace traditional plastic... more »

Proposed $60B addition to farm bill ag programs faces rocky road

May 15

A Republican proposal to add $60 billion in farm bill programs to the agriculture portion of a mega “Reconciliation Bill” hinges on securing votes for a controversial overhaul to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. The... more »

AmericanHort launches AI tool to support growers

May 15

AmericanHort has introduced Sage, a new AI-powered assistant aimed at helping members and industry professionals quickly access information across its websites. Sage, the new AI-powered assistant from AmericanHort. Photos courtesy of... more »

International Plant Trialing Conference releases full program for 2025

May 14

After a 10-year break, the Plant Trialing Conference will return from Oct. 13-15, 2025, offering updated insights and education. The full program for this event is now available here. The event will be held at... more »

Overhead view of people and plants at the Farwest Show in 2024.

Keynote speaker set for 2025 Farwest Show

May 14

Green industry consultant and speaker John Kennedy will deliver the keynote address at the 2025 Farwest Show, taking place Aug. 20–22 at the Oregon Convention Center. Kennedy’s presentation, “Plant Your People,” will focus on workforce... more »

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MSU economist studies weather risks in agriculture

May 13

Following major crop losses in Michigan’s sweet cherry industry, a new agricultural economist at Michigan State University is studying how rare but extreme weather events affect farming operations. Tor Tolhurst joined MSU in fall 2024... more »