Tom Bowling, AIFD, PFCI, of Fairfield, Ohio, was honored for lifetime achievement in floral presentation as the recipient of the 2016 Tommy Bright...
‘Tabledance’ Wins Outstanding Varieties Competition
Oriental Lily ‘Tabledance’ won the Best in Show title in the Outstanding Varieties Competition during the Society of American Florists’ 132nd Annual...
Congressman Pays Visit to Oregon Flower Farm
Flowers, family and national legislation were some of the topics a U.S. congressman touched on when he visited a flower grower in Oregon last week....
Premier Products Showcase, Supplier Expo to Foster Connections
Two popular annual events scheduled on the first full day of SAF Maui 2016, the association’s 132nd Annual Convention, Sept. 21-24, at the...
Industry Leaders Discuss Policy Priorities at SAF Maui 2016
The Society of American Florists’ Government Joint Council will meet this week during SAF Maui 2016 to review and discuss several public policy...
SAF Maui 2016 Draws Dozens of First-Time Attendees
When SAF Maui 2016 kicks off today, the gathering will include  about 85 first-time attendees to the Society of American Florists’ annual...
Secretary Clinton vs. Donald Trump: A Look at the Issues
Looking for a breakdown of where the presidential candidates stand on substantive issues? As the 2016 campaign enters its final stretch, Shawn...
Sylvia Cup to Test 13 Designers with Surprise Theme
Next weekend, some of the floral industry’s top designers will go head to head, and flower to flower, in a highly anticipated live competition...
Governor Signs California Overtime Bill
The governor of California signed a bill this week that grants agriculture workers the same right to overtime pay as other Californians. “The bill’s...
Examine the Economic Factors Influencing the Floral Industry at SAF Maui 2016
What is going on with the economy, and how can I position my floral business accordingly? Is now a good time to hire? Or buy a big ticket item for...
America in Bloom Marks Anniversary with Fundraising Push
As America in Bloom gets ready to celebrate its fifteenth anniversary in October, the nonprofit dedicated to beautifying U.S. communities with...
Foreign-Owned Flower Farms Attacked in Ethiopia
Esmeralda Farms BV in Holland has closed its doors and laid off its employees as of Sept. 6. The late-breaking news comes after a devastating attack...
After Labor Day, Not Much Hope for Congressional Action
Senators and representatives may be returning to work this week, but don’t expect a lot of action in Congress, according to Shawn McBurney, SAF’s...
Students Honored at ASHS Annual Conference
Two students whose research projects have been supported by the American Floral Endowment (AFE) were recognized during the 2016 American Society for...
Business Botox Pumps Youthful Energy into Your Business at SAF Maui 2016
Feel like your business has lost its edge? Take risks to stay relevant and gain the edge over your competition. Brad Denham will share how he and...