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Flowers speak volumes. That was the emphasis of a recent Washington Post feature, which explored the sentiments behind specific blossoms and the etiquette of selecting flowers for different... Read more
The federal government is seeking input from growers on hemp production in the United States — and the Society of American Florists is encouraging its members to be part of the conversation.... Read more
A late Thanksgiving means that floral industry retailers will have to hustle to make the most of a shorter Christmas season. Thanksgiving falls on Nov. 28 this year — a week later than the 2... Read more
British consumers proactively looking for a cure to this year’s bout of winter blues received a hot tip from the Metro publication: Buy flowers. Citing Society of American Florists’ research... Read more
Important adjustments to the Farm Bill are now in the works, thanks in large part to a Midwest senator recently honored for her support of the floral industry. SAF CEO Kate Penn met recently... Read more
Hopes were high coming into November that the Trump Administration and House Democrats would strike a deal on the renegotiated NAFTA, or United States-Mexico-Canada (USMCA), agreement, but i... Read more
An annual ladies’ night event at Waukesha Floral & Greenhouses last month generated excitement and sales for the Wisconsin business — and funds for a veteran to make a memorable trip to... Read more
Thousands of consumers were reminded last week of the mood-boosting, smile-making power of flowers after more than 650 Petal It Forward floral teams in 50 states, along with Canada, Colombia... Read more
On Saturday, October 26, 950 people gathered at the JW Marriott in downtown Tampa, Florida for the Congressional Medal of Honor Convention. Established in 1862, the Medal of Honor is the cou... Read more
Key lawmakers in Washington, D.C., are working to advance solutions to some of the most significant challenges floral industry professionals face in building a steady, reliable workforce. Ho... Read more