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NRF: Consumers continued spending in February
Retail sales continued to grow in February, building off solid gains from January, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor recently released by the National Retail Federation. Total retail sales, excluding automobiles and gasoline, were up... more »
Sidney B. Meadows 2024 scholarships available
The Sidney B. Meadows Scholarship Endowment Fund is now accepting applications for the 2024 Awards. The fund is projecting to award 12 $2,000 scholarships in 2024. All eligible horticulture students in their junior, senior or... more »
Green Career Week fall 2024 dates announced
Seed Your Future announced Green Career Week will take place Sept. 30-Oct. 4. Green Career Week is a national initiative led by industry professionals to increase awareness about green industry careers and help build relationships... more »
ANDMORE updates 2024 market calendar
ANDMORE has updated the following 2024 market dates: Shoppe Object - High Point dates have changed to April 12-16 and October 25-29 (reflecting a new Friday opening day) ANDMORE at High Point Market dates have... more »
Great Grow Along 2024 agenda released
Great Grow Along has announced its 2024 agenda of free seminars, chats and Q&A with garden authors, educators and influencers. This year's festival is organized into three subject-specific weekends, allowing attendees to focus on their... more »
SAF’s Marketer of the Year contest now open
The Society of American Florists (SAF) 30th Annual Marketer of the Year contest is now accepting submissions. The contest recognizes original, successful marketing efforts and is open to any SAF retailer, wholesaler, importer, manufacturer or grower. The... more »