Tag: advocacy
Strong, Persistent Industry Advocacy Matters – Now and in the Future
Recently, I talked to a former CNGA member who didn’t see the point of our continued presence at the State Capitol. “Why bother?” they...
Impact Washington 2023
“There are actually people in Congress who have common sense and want to get things done!” This is a revelation for many, because the...
Show Your Support for Industry Advocacy
Every season is unique, especially in Colorado. This spring 2023 was wet and cooler than normal, or at least our recent normal as we...
What Do You Want from Your Association?
Glenda Mostek
CNGA Executive Director
By the time you receive this E-Magazine, we will have met with industry leaders at the Horticulture Leadership Retreat, and will...
Overtime Rules for Agriculture Go into Effect November 2022
Senate Bill 21-087, passed last year, removed agriculture's exemption from overtime. Overtime pay for ag workers is being phased in, starting in November 2022,...
CNGA Board Report: GreenCO Legislative Update – 2022 Session
Current Legislation:
The Second Regular Session of the 73rd General Assembly has concluded as of May 11th.
There were 657 bills introduced this year, 418 by...
How Much Is a Workforce Pipeline Worth to You? Commit Now...
We all know that labor is the #1 barrier to growth in our industry. We also know that depending on our elected officials to...
CNGA Board Report: Legislative Update – 2022 Session
The Second Regular Session of the 73rd General Assembly convened on January 12th, 2022. With the COVID-19 pandemic making the past two sessions much...
HERE FOR THE MEMBERS: How Did You Come to Believe That?
What is more common these days at a meeting, on social media, or on TV than someone loudly proclaiming the validity of their political...
CNGA – Your Advocate Yesterday, Today & Tomorrow
Glenda Mostek
CNGA Executive Director
I have been enjoying attending our Member Barbecues, CSU Annual Flower Trials, and the Welby Summer Flower Trials – it is...