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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.
Cultilene earns RHP certification for stone wool propagation plugs
Cultilene has become the first company to receive RHP certification for stone wool plugs used in crop propagation.
Sormac establishes new hub in southeast Asia
Global fruit and vegetable processing company Sormac has established a new southeast Asia hub in Bangkok. The new facility includes a fully equipped showroom and climate-controlled test area.
Hoogendoorn 360° connects climate control, data and AI tools
Hoogendoorn debuted Hoogendoorn 360° at GreenTech Amsterdam. Learn more about how it links climate control, data analysis, AI and algorithms.
InFlora trials to feature 275 cut flower varieties this summer
InFlora Cut Flowers will host its 4th annual summer trials Aug. 11-12 in Salinas, California, with 275 varieties. Learn more about what will be on display and details for attending.