High-Tech Build Adds Growing Space At Four Star Greenhouse

April 6, 2017 Four Star Greenhouse

Just two years ago, we described a 76,000 sq.-ft. greenhouse Four Star completed to add room for growing more Proven Winners® shrubs and perennials. Since then, increased demand for Proven Winners shrubs and perennials has encouraged us to expand again, and we can show you the new five-acre greenhouse (200,000+ sq. ft.) that recently went online.

Instagram Florists Are Changing The $7B Industry

In T Magazine, Deborah Needleman wrote about the modern floral bouquet and how it's drastically different from the typical red roses or brightly colored daisies we typically see. These changes are happening largely due to a growing movement among florists and flower farmers on Instagram. Needleman sat down with Lizzie O'Leary to discuss this shifting market.

SunPatiens Named Louisiana Super Plant

2016 was the tenth year that SunPatiens were on the market, and now, in 2017, the AgCenter has designated SunPatiens a Louisiana Super Plant.

Sartori Celebrates Six-Year Partnership With Packers, Make-A-Wish Wisconsin

April 6, 2017 Sartori Company

Since the 2011 NFL football season, Sartori has teamed up with the Green Bay Packers and kicker Mason Crosby to support Make-A-Wish Wisconsin. Sartori donates $1,000 for each regular-season and $1,500 for each post-season completed field goal, which has totaled to almost $215,000 over the past six seasons.

Assembly Unanimously Passes Bill That Would Make Cheese Wisconsin's Official Dairy Product

April 6, 2017 Associated Press

In a state so well-known for its cheese, it’s hard to fathom that it’s yet to receive an official state declaration. That would all change under a bill passed unanimously by state Assembly on Tuesday, April 4th.