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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.
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.
AFE announces 2026 internship scholarship recipients
The American Floral Endowment selected eight students for its 2026 internship scholarship programs in floriculture and horticulture.
Supporters of House workforce act legislation can voice opinions online
U.S. House Agriculture Committee chair Glenn Thompson has released details for the Securing Agriculture’s Workforce Act and is working to secure House cosponsors before its introduction in late June.
Water quality and treatment training for greenhouse, nursery professionals
UF/IFAS Extension will offer its online Water Quality & Treatment course starting July 6 for greenhouse and nursery industry professionals.
NGB marks America’s 250th anniversary with member company legacy campaign
National Garden Bureau’s America 250 initiative highlights horticulture companies that helped shape the U.S. garden industry.
Signify adds performance and elite options to Philips GreenPower LED toplighting force line
Signify introduced Performance and Elite versions of Philips GreenPower LED toplighting force for growers with different investment goals.
Floral Marketing Fund launches redesigned website
The Floral Marketing Fund unveiled a redesigned website featuring improved access to consumer research, industry resources and news.
Ag labor groups applaud SAWA proposal, urge its passing
The Ag Wage Reform Coalition supports the Securing Agriculture’s Workforce Act, citing workforce stability reforms. Learn more about efforts to modernize and strengthen the nation’s agricultural workforce system.