USApple Kicks Off 2019-20 Apples4Ed School Grant Program

October 10, 2019 U.S. Apple Association

The U.S. Apple Association has launched its 2019-20 Apples4Ed initiative—a grant program that supports healthy snacking initiatives in public schools across the United States. USApple will fund five $4,000 healthy snacking initiatives on campuses in 2020.

Agreement Reached to End Sale of Chlorpyrifos in California by February 2020

The California Environmental Protection Agency announced today that virtually all use of the pesticide chlorpyrifos in California will end next year following an agreement between the Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) and pesticide manufacturers to withdraw their products.

Jet Fresh Flower Distributors Upgraded Warehouse With Eco-Friendly LED Light System

Jet Fresh Flower Distributors is lowering its carbon-footprint with a freshly installed LED-lighting system that’s reducing energy consumption and creating a more sustainable environment.

Winston Flowers Acquires L’Olivier Floral Atelier

October 9, 2019 Winston Flowers

Family-owned Winston Flowers, an acclaimed luxury florist based in Boston, today announced the acquisition of renowned New York-based florist L’Olivier Floral Atelier. Together, they will offer Winston Flowers’ legendary upscale floral services and unwavering commitment to client service throughout New York City.

HilverdaFlorist grand champions of the outstanding Varieties contest Proflora 2019

October 9, 2019 HilverdaFlorist

Six beautiful products of HilverdaFlorist won prizes during the varieties contest of Proflora 2019 : Dianthus Raffine Elea Alstroemeria Noa, Limonium Pearl Wings, Standard Gerbera Mandala, Piccolini Micro Gerbera Piccolini® Assisi and the Standard Gerbera Atlanta.