Month: January 2016

University of Georgia alumni Maxine and Bob Burton have been awarded the Medallion of Honor by the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. Each year, the honor is presented to an outstanding individual or couple in recognition of their dedication to the college’s mission and to express gratitude for the time, advice, support, and in?uence they have provided. The Burtons were recognized at the recent commencement ceremony for the college, where they gave the keynote address to the graduates. …

Danziger is continuing to expand their portfolio of products to the U.S. market with the addition of Poinsettia cuttings of Beekenkamp’s leading varieties. …

California Association of Flower Growers & Shippers (CalFlowers) is thrilled that World Floral Exposition is returning to California in 2016. Last year’s exposition, the first time it was held in California, was a great success for our members and many of their customers. We expect another strong showing of growers and suppliers this year. In fact, with six (6) weeks until this year’s show opens reservations in our pavilion are running at 150% of last year’s show as measured by reserved floor space. …

The American Grown Field to Vase Dinner Tour announced its 2016 tour dates and locations today.  The dinner tour is a series of pop-up communal dining experiences that take place at American flower farms and greenhouses across the country. …