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Emerald Coast Growers Debuts New Catalog
July 9, 2010
2010-2011 marketing tool showcases new varieties, including several with new partner Terra Nova Nurseries.
Agri-Starts Turns 25
July 30, 2009
Apopka-based plant tissue culture company, Agri-Starts, is celebrating their 25th year in business.
Walmart Introduces Eco-Ratings
July 27, 2009
Walmart is embarking on a three-phase plan called the sustainable product index that will impact all of its suppliers.
Are You Paying The Right Wage?
July 27, 2009
Be aware that as of July 24, 2009, the federal minimum wage increased to $7.25 per hour. All employers in Florida must now abide by the federal minimum wage.
Burpee Debuts New Herb And Veggie Line
July 27, 2009
Ball Horticultural Co. had a large Burpee display at its booth at the recent OFA Short Course to kick off the nationwide launch of its new line of herbs and veggies.
Positive Signs For Landscape Architecture Firms
July 23, 2009
In the midst of a struggling economy, new signs of recovery appeared for landscape architecture firms, according to the latest American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) Business Quarterly survey.
Double Whammy For Fire Ants
July 20, 2009
Two separate strategies for reducing the spread of red imported fire ants are being combined by Agricultural Research Service scientists as part of a strategy that could potentially add to the arsenal against this spreading pest.
Alternative Fumigants For Ornamental Production
July 20, 2009
With increasingly limited access to methyl bromide, growers of cut flowers, cut foliage, herbaceous perennials, bulbs, and plant propagative material need new options for fumigation. A University of Florida fact sheet published by the Department of Entomology and Nematology presents the results of tests of two alternative fumigants, Midas and Paladin.
Seed Starting Kit Wins Award
July 20, 2009
The first All Things Organic New Product Competition announced the best new organic products of 2009 during an awards ceremony held at the All Things Organic Conference & Trade Show in Chicago. A Florida firm took home one of the top prizes.
Climate Change Expert Added To Fairchild's Research Team
July 16, 2009
Dr. Kenneth Feeley will join Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden and Florida International University as an assistant professor of biological sciences in August.
Florida-Friendly Landscaping Law
July 13, 2009
Gov. Charlie Crist signed SB 2080 relating to water resources. The bill contains portions that directly impact the Florida landscape industry.
New Use For Yaupon Holly
July 13, 2009
A University of Florida study says a beverage made from the native Yaupon holly tree might be just the thing to give you a caffeinated kick-start, plus a dose of antioxidants.
Obama Administration Looks To Scratch No-Match
July 13, 2009
The Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano announced that the department will be proposing a new regulation rescinding the Social Security Administration No-Match Rule.
New Owner For North Florida Nursery?
July 6, 2009
A preliminary agreement has been reached involving the taking over of the recently closed down Imperial Nurseries in Quincy, FL.
Water Restriction Relief
July 6, 2009
Good news for growers: The water shortage restrictions imposed on agricultural, nursery, utility, and golf course uses within the Lake Okeechobee Service Area were officially rescinded on July 2.
Athens Select Debuts New Varieties
July 1, 2009
Four new varieties are ready to heat things up for growers and retailers across the country.
Oglesby Plants International Adds To Its Sales Team
July 1, 2009
