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American Floral Endowment launches memorial tribute for Tom Moeller
The American Floral Endowment established a memorial tribute honoring Tom Moeller, with donations supporting the FTD Fund and floral industry initiatives.
DRP releases final findings on fumigant alternatives study
California released the final report in a state-funded study finding no direct replacement for methyl bromide or MITC fumigants.
University of Florida to offer cuttings and stock plant management course beginning Aug. 17
University of Florida IFAS Extension will offer a four-week online course on cuttings and stock plant management beginning Aug. 17, 2026.
Budget measure includes $12B in relief for farm economy
A $95 billion budget reconciliation measure that narrowly passed the U.S. House last week allocates up to $12 billion in relief for the strained farm economy.
AgroLiquid expands distribution network with new Florida facility
Liquid fertilizer company AgroLiquid has opened a new facility in Florida, expanding its manufacturing and distribution network.
NC State expands research to combat devastating strawberry disease
Researchers say continued collaboration among growers, nurseries, extension specialists and plant breeders is critical to developing effective management strategies for Neo-P.
USDA initiative seeks AI tools to help translate germplasm data
An initiative by USDA is calling on universities and stakeholders to help build new AI tools to help translate germplasm data collected by the agency.
Biotalys reports board change and California milestone for EVOCA
Biotalys announced a board transition and said California regulators advanced the review of EVOCA with a public comment period now underway.
PanAmerican Seed breeds first three AAS winners for 2027
All-America Selections announced its first three 2027 National Winners, all bred by PanAmerican Seed.
Vernonia ‘Summer’s Swan Song’ selected as 2027 Perennial Plant of the Year
Perennial Plant Association named Vernonia ‘Summer’s Swan Song’ 2027 Perennial Plant of the Year for its compact habit and pollinator value.
Retailers’ Choice Awards honor 15 products at Cultivate’26
Garden retailers selected 15 award-winning products during the Retailers’ Choice Awards at Cultivate’26, recognizing plants and products.
2026 Great Lakes EXPO Farm Market Bus Tour
Spend a day exploring innovative farm markets and agritourism destinations across West Michigan. Get registered now before spots fill up.
Syngenta uses ATLAS robot to improve tank-mix testing and customer support
Syngenta introduced its ATLAS automation robot to accelerate tank-mix compatibility testing and improve product development and troubleshooting.
Dramm adds protective bumper to rain wands, improved hose reel and guide
Dramm introduces reinforced Rain Wands and upgraded greenhouse watering equipment, including a new hose reel and heavy-duty hose guide.
Sustainabloom celebrates industry award, expands sustainability resources for flower growers
Sustainabloom received the 2026 Greenhouse Grower Spotlight Award and released a free sustainability planning template for flower growers.
Great Lakes Tek Flex highlights robotics, precision ag tech for specialty crop growers
Great Lakes Tek Flex is expanding its roster of companies demonstrating robotics, AI and precision agriculture technologies for specialty crop growers.