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New strawberry trials test smart and traditional LED lighting
The Center for Horticultural Innovation will conduct new strawberry trials test smart and traditional LED lighting.
Changes aim to strengthen organic program
Aimed at protecting the integrity of organic products, significant change to the USDA’s National Organic Program (NOP) will be implemented in March.
Virtual walking tour of Westhoff at CAST 2024
Westhoff virtual walkthrough tour of California Spring Trials 2024
International Plant Trialing Conference returning in 2025
All-America Selections announced the International Plant Trialing Conference will take place in the upper Midwest in October 2025.
Horticulture, floriculture students can apply for AFE scholarships by May 1
Both undergraduate and graduate students studying floriculture and horticulture are encouraged to submit their applications by the May 1 deadline.
HRI releases 8th National Green Industry survey
the National Green Industry Survey. Sponsored by HRI (Horticultural Research Institute), this comprehensive study aims to unravel the nuances of production, marketing, and retailing practices within the green sector.
BFG, Hawthorne partner for distribution
The Hawthorne Gardening Co., The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company, and BFG Supply announced a partnership, BFG will distribute Hawthorne’s proprietary Signature brand cultivation supplies and solutions.The Hawthorne Gardening Co., a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Scotts Miracle-Gro Co., and BFG Supply, a horticultural and agricultural product distributor, announced the formation of a strategic partnership. BFG will distribute Hawthorne’s proprietary Signature brand cultivation supplies and solutions.
Hydra Service releases new hydraulic start system
Hydra Service launches HydraStart, a new hydraulic turbine starter system, engineered to the tightest tolerances and able to spin even the largest turbines with zero-carbon footprint and a reliability unmatched by traditional gas and air start systems.
Jack O’Donnell is welcomed at Star Roses and Plants as sales manager
Star Roses and Plants announced Jack O’Donnell has joined the company as sales development manager.
AgroFresh announces acquisition of Pace International
The acquisition of Pace bolsters AgroFresh’s presence in key fruit-growing regions in North and South America and further enables the company to support its global customers with quality and freshness solutions for high value and highly perishable crops.
Harrell’s partners for better root growth
3BarBio announced they have teamed with Harrell’s to provide the golf industry with Azo Root, a live biological product that helps foster root growth and improve function.
Sollum Technologies makes donation based on demos
Sollum Technologies donates to food bank
AFE reveals new accessible website
The American Floral Endowment (AFE) has redesigned the website to featuring seamless navigation, enhanced program accessibility and a modern, vibrant aesthetic.
Bailey adds new members to the sales team
Johanna George and Paul Hassing join the Bailey Sales team as Territory Sales Representatives