Trade Shows

May 8, 2012

Registration Opens for GCA Summer Tour in Detroit

Stops on this year's GCA Detroit Summer Tour include Bordine's, Farmer John's Greenhouse, Plymouth Nursery, Four Star Greenhouse, English Gardens, Ray Weigand's and Deneweth's Garden Center, along with a Henry Ford Assembly Plant walking tour...and... more »

May 8, 2012

Farwest Show Announces 2012 Tours

Organizers of the 2012 Farwest Show have announced the lineup of professional tours for this year's event. According to Farwest Show director Allan Niemi, there will be three tours that take place Aug. 21 and... more »

May 8, 2012

OFA Short Course Online Registration, Hotel Reservations Now Open

Online registration and hotel reservations for 2012 OFA Short Course are now open. OFA Short Course will meet July 14-17, at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio.OFA Short Course offers education, products, and... more »

May 2012

Your Face-to-Face Trade Event

The National Lawn & Garden Show (NLGS) is not a show but is marketed as a trade event. The word "show" connotates booths, drayage costs, carpet costs, hoopla, entertainment, hotdogs and pretzels, the uncertainties of... more »

April 11, 2012

Farwest Show Debuts New Features For 2012

The 2012 Farwest Show, now in its 40th year, recently announced the lineup for this year's event, including a featured celebration of the genus Acer. The 2012 Farwest Show, now in its 40th year, today... more »

April 11, 2012

Joe Lamp’l to Deliver Keynote at 2012 OFA Short Course

OFA - The Association for Horticulture Professionals has announced that TV personality Joe Lamp'l will be the keynote speaker at OFA Short Course in July.OFA - The Association for Horticulture Professionals has announced that TV... more »

April 5, 2012

IGC Show and GCA Reach Exclusive Agreement

Garden Centers of America (GCA) has approved an exclusive agreement with IGC Show founders to carry on GCA programs and activities under the IGC banner.Garden Centers of America (GCA) has approved an exclusive agreement with... more »

April 2012

Have the Hot Hand

Next month's National Hardware Show in Las Vegas promises independent retailers a winning hand of education, new product debuts and an improved buying experience. The National Hardware Show is the gathering place for the entire... more »

March 14, 2012

ANLA and OFA Announce New Event For 2013

Building on the joint venture announced in January, the American Nursery and Landscape Association (ANLA) and OFA - The Association of Horticulture Professionals are introducing a new event to be held in Winter 2013. Building... more »

February 7, 2012

What is the future of the ANLA Clinic?

With rumors ranging from a new location to the end of the Clinic's four decade-long run as the industry's premier education event, the conclusion of ANLA's successful 2012 Clinic has been surrounded by industry buzz... more »

January 24, 2012

Newsworthy Updates For IGC Show 2012

While it may only be January, it's never too early to start looking forward to the IGC Show. Here are a few updates you might find of interest.While it may only be January, it's never... more »

January 5, 2012

OFA Announces New Joint Venture with ANLA

OFA - The Association for Horticulture Professionals and the American Nursery & Landscape Association have announced plans to form a new joint venture.OFA - The Association for Horticulture Professionals and the American Nursery & Landscape... more »