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BioSafe Systems launches SynQ microbial consortia for greenhouse and hydroponic production
BioSafe Systems introduced the SynQ microbial consortia line to complement PAA products for greenhouse, nursery and hydroponic production.
BASF plans interactive exhibits, technical support at Cultivate’26
BASF will showcase greenhouse and nursery crop protection products, technical expertise and interactive exhibits during Cultivate’26 in Columbus.
PDSI to showcases new plants at Cultivate’26
Plant Development Services will introduce new ornamental plant varieties and present a retail marketing session at Cultivate’26.
SEPRO Land expands ornamental crop protection portfolio with two new products
SEPRO Land introduced Barracuda Insecticide/Miticide and BattleLine Fungicide for greenhouse and nursery growers. Products ship in October 2026.
Gro ‘n Sell, breeding partners donate 18,000 surplus plants from Cultivate’26
Gro ‘n Sell and its breeding partners donated 18,000 plants to the Flourish Project, supporting horticultural education and food security.
Costa Farms named finalist for marketing award
Costa Farms has been named a finalist in the 2026 OnCon Icon Awards Top 100 Marketing Team category. Public voting runs June 22 to July 22.
Quality cuttings releases 2026-2027 catalog
Quality Cuttings unveiled its 2026-2027 catalog with more than 700 varieties, new breeding partnerships and tools to source cuttings.
Michael Carr rejoins BFG
BFG has named Michael Carr senior vice president of Michael Carr Design to lead creative direction for its pottery and décor collection.
Plantpeddler Variety Day set for Aug. 7
Plantpeddler Variety Day returns Aug. 7 with more than 1,500 plant varieties, educational sessions, greenhouse tours and industry networking.
P.L. Light Systems partners with Dutch Lighting Innovations to support North American growth
P.L. Light Systems has partnered with Dutch Lighting Innovations while maintaining independent North American operations.
Long awaited SAWA labor reform drops, H-2A and immigration debate continues
The bill would overhaul the H-2A guest worker program, unlocking access to a previously unattainable worker pool for greenhouse and indoor growing operations.
USDA reorganization plan draws concern from ag organizations
A reorganization plan to relocate much of the USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) staff from Washington, D.C. has drawn concern from dozens of agricultural organizations.
Senate committee releases farm bill discussion draft
Industry groups greeted the release of a discussion draft of the Agricultural Act of 2026, commonly called Farm Bill 2.0, by U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry with optimism.
CAST 2027 dates announced
Dates have been announced for California Spring Trials 2027, according to NGB, the manager for the California Spring Trials registration.
Beekeepers: Get your free copy of new Tools for Varroa Management Guide now
The free guide explains practical, effective methods beekeepers can use to measure varroa infestations and select appropriate controls.
Bloomin’ Easy expands consumer tools, introduces 2027 plant collection
Bloomin’ Easy unveiled Miss Diggs 2.0 AI gardening support and introduced 11 new perennial and shrub varieties for 2027.