President Trump signed an executive order this week in Iowa intended to streamline the regulatory process for genetically engineered agriculture. The move comes after the U.S. Department of... Read more
When Karen Fountain, AAF, of Flowers ‘n’ Ferns stepped into the office of Sen. Tim Kaine (D-Virginia) on the morning of Tuesday, March 12, she was ready for a challenge. Earlier this year, K... Read more
While in Washington, D.C., to educate legislators about issues impacting their businesses, floral industry members will have a chance to explore America’s rich history during a special netwo... Read more
During the Society of American Florists’ 39th Annual Congressional Action Days (CAD), March 11-12, floral industry professionals will present four main “asks” to lawmakers: stop a drastic mi... Read more
Following a prolonged budget impasse, the federal government was poised at press time to initiate a partial shutdown midnight on Friday. Earlier this week, the Senate passed a short-term spe... Read more
The Senate version of the Farm Bill includes language updating a law that protects the intellectual property of floral industry breeders. The provision was also in the House version of the b... Read more
When Rep. Julia Brownley visited The Sun Valley Group’s Oxnard, California, location on May 7, the congresswoman toured the company’s facility, met with employees, talked industry issues — a... Read more
It didn’t take long last year to prove that when floral industry members come together in Washington, D.C., their combined voices can make a big difference. Months after 119 growers, wholesa... Read more