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‘Optimism’ The Word Following TPIE
February 11, 2010
More than 6,100 people attended the 2010 Tropical Plant Industry Exhibition in Fort Lauderdale this year, which was comparable to last year's attendance. However, there was an increase in buyers this year.
The State Of South Florida Nurseries
February 25, 2009
A recent Miami Herald article reported on how area nurseries are faring during these challenging economic conditions. Among those interviewed were Costa Farms, Living Colors Nursery, Suncoast Nursery, and Kerry’s Nursery.
Roses Under Review
February 25, 2009
University of Florida scientists are studying 12 shrub roses in three different regions to determine which will produce the highest quality plants and flowers with no pesticides and minimal fertilizer and water.
5-Year Gains For Florida Ag
February 25, 2009
Last week, we reported on the national results of the new USDA Census of Agriculture. This week, we look specifically at the Florida findings.
Up-And-Comer Corner: Richard May and Ashley May
February 25, 2009
Richard May (pictured left) says dropping prices in a down economy will not help nursery growers sell more plants. Find out why and to see what he and his brother Ashley (pictured right) have to say about other industry issues.
North Florida Nursery Shutting Down
February 18, 2009
Find out what nursery will be closing its doors by the end of the year and why this decision was made.
More Minority And Female Farmers In The U.S.
February 18, 2009
The number of farms in the U.S. has grown 4%, and the operators of those farms have become more diverse in the past five years, according to results of the 2007 Census of Agriculture released recently by the USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service.
Up-And-Comer Corner: Ethan Bailey
February 18, 2009
Ethan Bailey says the current eco-friendly/green movement can be a potential gold mine for landscapers.
Vila & Son Expands
February 11, 2009
One of Florida’s largest landscape companies just got larger. Find out what firm Vila & Son Landscaping Corp. acquired.
Blog About It
February 11, 2009
The Society of American Florists (SAF) has started its first political blog to serve as an interactive dialogue about how legislation is affecting your business and how you can make an impact in Washington.
Important I-9 Update
February 11, 2009
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has delayed implementation of the interim final rule “Documents Acceptable for Employment Eligibility Verification,” otherwise known as E-Verify, until April 3, 2009.
Up-And-Comer Corner: Timothée Sallin
February 11, 2009
Timothée Sallin says strategic selling is the most underutilized management tool in the industry today.
New Palm Pest
February 4, 2009
As if palms did not have enough problems, now the red palm weevil has been reported in the Caribbean on Curacao in the Dutch Antilles.
Putnam's Plans For Florida
February 4, 2009
Florida Congressman Adam Putnam (District 12) filed the appropriate paperwork with the Secretary of State of Florida on Feb. 3 to seek the office of Commissioner of Agriculture in the 2010 election.
Training Day
February 4, 2009
Every year, more than 500 ag workers gather at The St. Lucie County Fairgrounds for an annual day of learning, camaraderie, and competition.
Up-And-Comer Corner: Jennifer Parrish
February 4, 2009
