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NGB adds 2024 intros to its 'New Plants' program

December 4, 2023
NGB adds 2024 intros to its ‘New Plants’ program

National Garden Bureau (NGB) has announced it has added new varieties for 2024 to its "New Plants" program. For almost 40 years, NGB has been showcasing and promoting its members' new plant varieties in the... more »
Kurt Dramm's induction into the Green Industry Hall of Fame.

December 1, 2023
Kurt Dramm inducted into Green Industry Hall of Fame

The Green Industry Hall of Fame recently inducted Kurt Dramm with a Lifetime Achievement Award during the 2023 ceremony. His name will now be listed in the Green Industry Hall of Fame. The Green Industry... more »
HRI Leadership Academy

November 27, 2023
HRI opens Leadership Academy applications

The Horticultural Research Institute (HRI) is now accepting applications for the HRI Leadership Academy Class of 2025. The one-year program is designed for professionals at all levels who aspire to take on greater leadership roles.... more »
8 new varieties named AAS Winners for 2024

November 17, 2023
8 new varieties named AAS Winners for 2024

All-America Selections (AAS) has announced eight new AAS Winners available for 2024.  Brokers, growers and retailers will want to add these proven garden performers to their assortments. Breeder sales contacts are included below each winner’s... more »
NGB promotes the 2024 “Year of the” crops

November 2, 2023
NGB promotes the 2024 “Year of the” crops

National Garden Bureau (NGB) has created, and is making available, on-point marketing tools to help retailers promote the 2024 “Year of the” crops. These tools are designed to make life easier and allow all to... more »
ANDMORE's Bob Maricich named trade show industry icon

November 1, 2023
ANDMORE’s Bob Maricich named trade show industry icon

ANDMORE chairman and CEO Bob Maricich received the Industry Icon Award from Trade Show News Network (TSNN) at its 2023 TSNN Awards on Oct. 28 at the Puerto Rico Convention Center in San Juan, Puerto... more »
AmericanHort logo

October 27, 2023
AmericanHort warns of phishing scams

In an email, AmericanHort noted that it has been made aware of several new Cultivate’24 hotel and attendee list phishing scams. Official housing partner “We want to remind you that the official, exclusive housing partner... more »
SAF's Next Gen LIVE! heads to San Diego in February

October 25, 2023
SAF’s Next Gen LIVE! heads to San Diego in February

The Society of American Florists’ third annual Next Gen LIVE! conference will take place Feb. 25-27, 2024, in San Diego, California. The event is created by – and for – the up-and-coming generation of floral professionals,... more »
Gazania Zany Sunny-Side Up

November/December 2023
Winners’ circle: 14 award-winning varieties to stock your benches

Adding new varieties to your retail bench is critical for increased sales as new trends emerge and consumers’ wants and needs shift. Choosing new varieties that are tried and true can help you set your... more »

October 23, 2023
580 retailers participate in SAF’s Petal It Forward event

The Society of American Florists’ ninth annual Petal It Forward event on Oct. 18 drew in participants from 580 floral businesses in all 50 states (and seven countries) — all helping to spread the joy of flowers. The... more »
MANTS-2023

October 17, 2023
Submissions open for MANTS 2024 New Product Showcase

The Mid-Atlantic Nursery Trade Show (MANTS) invites registered exhibitors to submit their latest products, varietals, services, and innovations for the 2024 Trade Show and New Product Media Showcase. With the opportunity to draw attention from... more »

October 16, 2023
Judy Laushman to retire from ASCFG

The Association of Specialty Cut Flower Growers (ASCFG) has announced that Judy Laushman, executive director, will retire at the end of 2023. Along with  Allan Armitage, Ph.D., Laushman co-founded the ASCFG in 1988. It grew... more »