AIFD Introduces Certified Floral Evaluator/Judge Program

Any American Institute of Floral Designers Accredited member is able to become an AIFD Certified Floral Evaluator/Judge. This certification will be recognized by AIFD and the floral industry. Becoming a certified floral evaluator/judge takes dedication, time and possibly monetary investments. Members must be knowledgeable about floral design according to the AIFD Guide to Floral Design and must be able to establish judgment based on the requirements necessary for the testing process or competition.

Bemoaning Large Networks, Some Florists Now Dread Valentine's Day

January 21, 2014 Jose Pagliery, CNN Money

Some flower shop owners hate Valentine's Day, losing money on big orders that flow in from big e-commerce groups like FTD, 1-800-Flowers and Teleflora.

Royal Van Zanten Shows Its Innovations At IPM

January 21, 2014 Royal Van Zanten

This year Royal Van Zanten presents spectacular novelties like the hanging basket multiflora series Skyfall® and Celosia Carmina. A special addition is the new line disbudded pot chrysanthemums. Also different concepts will be shown to add value to products for a successful product launch and a long product lifecycle. Get inspired and visit Royal Van Zanten at stand E22 in hall 2.

The Pub At Wegmans King Of Prussia Announces A Crave-able New Menu

January 21, 2014 Wegmans

On Monday, January 27, popular neighborhood food-and-drink spot The Pub at Wegmans in King of Prussia, PA will debut an enticing New Menu of market-fresh fare, including salads, sandwiches, composed entrees and beer, wine and cocktails chosen specifically to complement the food.

2014 Good Food Award Winners Announced

January 21, 2014 Seedling Projects

Nearly 700 people assembled tonight to fete the 2014 Good Food Awards winners at the fourth annual Good Food Awards Ceremony at San Francisco’s historic Palace of Fine Arts. The evening honored this year’s 130 winning food and drink producers from 32 states with a shared a passion for delicious, mindfully produced food.