Mike Schleining, CCNP, Arbor Valley Nursery
2023 has been an interesting season to navigate in the Green Industry—be it weather, economy, or general uncertainty of the future. The good news is there are things in our control if action is taken now!
The Colorado Horticulture Research and Education Foundation (CHREF) plays an integral role in encouraging and rewarding top-performing students at...
On Aug. 8, 2023, over 250 Industry and Master Gardeners gathered at the Colorado State University (CSU) Annual Trial Gardens to judge close to 1200 entries. Results were totaled Sept. 8, 2023, by members of the CSU Annual Trial Garden Advisory Committee to make the final selection of the ‘Best Of’s’ for the 2023 season based on the top...
I, like many in horticulture, came from the science side with a passion for biology, plant science, and gardening. Traditionally, horticulture is the art and science of growing fruits, vegetable, flowers or ornamental plants. Colorado State University’s horticulture degree description of horticulture has a more modern take—applied scientific principles in the growing, marketing, processing and utilization of fruits, vegetables,...
With our increasing erratic weather, wildlife damage and staying on top of cultural practices, it is more difficult than ever to prepare and protect our nursery stock from winter loss. Following are strategies that will help decrease winter losses.
Order poly or winter cover fabric in May or June to take advantage of early order discounts and to order custom...
Tracey Tonning
We are often asked at Alameda Wholesale Nursery, “What do you all do in the wintertime?” and people are often quite surprised at how much work needs to be accomplished during these “slower” winter months. Not only do many of these tasks keep our employees busy and engaged in the nursery operations, but it is also crucial to...
Kate Graham, Paonia Soil Co.
In a world of consumer options, it’s critical for your business’s brand to stand out. What’s even better is making your brand impactful. I know this firsthand from my time with Paonia Soil Co.
The town of Paonia, which lies in the heart of the North Fork Valley in the headwaters of the Colorado River, is...
“There are actually people in Congress who have common sense and want to get things done!” This is a revelation for many, because the news is focused on those that are obstructing progress, rather than trying to improve things. But CNGA’s delegation saw some good examples of Members of Congress working together in our nation’s capital.
CNGA recently participated in...
Glenda Mostek CNGA Executive Director
The Farm Bill is a comprehensive package of legislation that is passed roughly every five years and contains both agriculture and nutrition programs. Funding for nutrition programs comprises roughly 80% of the bill, so it could more accurately be called a “Food and Farm Bill.” There are a multitude of programs in the Bill, covering...
BioBee USA100 Clemwood St., Suite BSalisbury, MD 21804410-572-4159https://www.biobee.com/
Interview with Steven Arthurs, Technical Sales, Specialty Agriculture
What products and services does BioBee offer?
Our products focus on biological treatment of common greenhouse and nursery pests by using natural enemies, including predatory mites, parasitic wasps, predatory insects, and beneficial nematodes. The company was founded in Israel in 1983 and the U.S. subsidiary was...
Four Seasons Greenhouse & Nursery, Inc.26650 Co Rd PDolores, CO 81323(970) 565-8274https://fourseasonsgreenhouse.com
Interview with Lisa and Gary Winn, co-owners
Annuals and hanging baskets
When did you buy the business?
Four Seasons Greenhouse & Nursery has operated since 1983. Our purchase was official in October 2022, but we started living on the property in August 2022, which means we’ve been here for about a...
