Part of the ASCFG Research and the Flower Farmer Webinar Series! Dr. John M. Dole, North Carolina State University Jennifer Kalinowksi, North Carolina State University Event Details Dr. John Dole and his colleague Jennifer Kalinowski will present their research on the best practices for postharvest cold storage of cut flowers across multiple species. By […]
Climate change, species decline and ecological breakdown brings renewed attention to what farms grow and how they grow them. One big question growers face is how do my crop and production choices affect my environment? And are there changes I could make to minimize negative impacts or even create positive ones? In this presentation, Matthew Dell […]
Part of the ASCFG Research and the Flower Farmer Webinar Series! Dr. Melanie Stock UPDATED: Event Details Dr. Melanie Stock Join Dr. Melanie Stock from Utah State University as she presents highlights on her research on several crops in high desert conditions. This talk will detail season extension with flowers, including all the ways Dr. Stock and […]
Join us for the June 2023 Ask an Expert session, taught by Laura Beth Resnick of Butterbee Farm. Laura Beth grows celosia a million different ways: Inside, outside, pinched, not pinched, many successions, and lots of varietals. During this talk, Laura Beth will focus on the different approaches used at Butterbee Farm, the end goal of […]
A photograph speaks volumes to the viewer. A good photograph can boost sales, strengthen customer relationships (as they feel more a part of your farm with good images that tell an effective story), and increase the perceived value of your flower farm. A poor or non-existent photo can do the exact opposite. Learning to take […]
Learn the basics of growing ranunculus in high tunnels, including high tunnel best practices, variety selection, the pre-sprouting process, transplanting, crop timing, spacing, pest and disease management, along with tips and tricks for producing ultra-high quality large blooms with long stems. Jenny Marks is owner of Trademarks Flower Farm, located in the Finger Lakes Region of […]
Drs. Becot and Inwood conducted a study about how farm families balance children and work. Having heard from over 860 farm families from 47 states, the authors are now generously presenting this webinar about their research results to the members of the ASCFG! Come hear about how farm families around the country are navigating taking […]
Join us for the October 2023 Ask an Expert presentation on branding and logo development! Jan Trent will share the basic steps flower farmers can take to develop and assess designs in order to develop a strong logo for their business. The steps would include how to prepare a creative brief, how to approach assessments […]
A Flower Farmer’s Guide to Growing Lilies For decades, lilies have been top-selling cut flowers thanks to their long-lasting blooms, year-round availability, and a wide variety of fantastic, vibrant colors. Today, their popularity among cut flower growers is on the rise too. Because lilies are an easy-to-grow, affordable crop that is not particularly labor-intensive. In this webinar, industry pro Henk Onings, […]
Join us for the November 2023 Ask an Expert session, taught by Alison Kutz of Sound Horticulture. Three major threats to flower production are Aphids, Thrips, and (especially in the East) the Japanese beetle. This presentation will cover early detection and treatment of these pests, and how to handle in the least toxic manner. Since […]
Save the Date! Monday, December 4, 3:00 p.m. -- 6:00 p.m. Eastern Part I of II Webinars The ASCFG is delighted to announce an opportunity to connect with agricultural and cut flower vendors in the upcoming Zoom-based webinars, “What's Store for '24.” ASCFG members are invited to attend these complimentary webinars, during which vendors will […]
Save the Date! Tuesday, December 5, 3:00 p.m. — 6:00 p.m. Eastern Part II of II Webinars The ASCFG is delighted to announce an opportunity to connect with agricultural and cut flower vendors in the upcoming Zoom-based webinars, “What’s Store for ’24.” ASCFG members are invited to attend these complimentary webinars, during which vendors will […]
