ASCFG Events Calendar

Ask an Expert: Growing Ranunculus

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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 […]

Balancing Farm and Family: Meet the Researchers!

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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 […]

Ask an Expert: Branding and Logo Development for Flower Farmers

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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 […]

Sponsored: A Flower Farmer’s Guide to Growing Lilies

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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, […]

2023 ASCFG Conference

Save the Date! Celebrate the ASCFG's 35th Anniversary together in St. Louis! Program, speakers, and registration details are coming soon. Theme: Working Together into the Future  Dates: Monday through Wednesday, November 6-8, 2023 Location: Hyatt Regency St. Louis at the Arch, St. Louis, MO

Ask an Expert: Biocontrols Pest Management

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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 […]

Reminder: The Cut Flower Quarterly Submission Deadline

The Cut Flower Quarterly is the only periodical dedicated to informing growers about the production, postharvest care, and marketing of cut flowers. Are you contributing an article or a feature to the next issue? Or do you wish to purchase an advertisement or sponsor an event? All submissions for the Winter Issue are due on […]

What’s in Store for ’24: An ASCFG Supplier Showcase

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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 […]

What’s in Store for ’24: An ASCFG Supplier Showcase (Part II)

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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 […]

Ask an Expert: Installing a Geothermal Greenhouse

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For the December 2023 Ask an Expert webinar, Rebecca Kutzer-Rice of Moonshot Farm will present on the recent installation of a geothermal heating system in a greenhouse on her cut flower farm. Rebecca will provide an overview of the funding, installation, and maintenance associated with the new greenhouse, and share recommendations for starting the process […]

Ask an Expert: Farm Service Agency Loans for Cut Flower Farmers

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Join the ASCFG for the January 2024 Ask an Expert session led by Emily Watson of Fernabelle Acres! In this session, Emily will share her experiences in pursuing a farm ownership loan with the Farm Service Agency. Loan applications can be a long, slow, and frustrating experience, and Emily shares that, "The process is not […]

Reminder: The Cut Flower Quarterly Submission Deadline

The Cut Flower Quarterly is the only periodical dedicated to informing growers about the production, postharvest care, and marketing of cut flowers. Are you contributing an article or a feature to the next issue? Or do you wish to purchase an advertisement or sponsor an event? All submissions for the Spring Issue are due on […]