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You are here: Home / Issues / August 2016 — Farwest Edition

August 2016 — Farwest Edition

By Peter Szymczak — Posted August 3, 2016

Digger-201608-Cover-250x302pxThe triple-sized August issue of Digger contains everything you need to know about the 2016 Farwest Show, including the special Show Guide section (PDF), listings of Exhibitors by Product (PDF) and Exhibitors by Name (PDF), as well as a preview of the New Products Showcase (PDF).

In addition to the in-depth coverage of Farwest, feature stories include:

  • Expanding the tree palette: Experts from near and far recommend options for diversifying — and strengthening — the urban canopy. Download a PDF of this article

  • Meet the Leader: Denece Messenger: Get to know the 2016 Farwest Show chairwoman and CEO of Decorative Bark Inc. Download a PDF of this article

  • Warning about the downside to pesticides: Gardeners who use pesticides should take heed about the potential harm they could be doing to beneficial insects. Download a PDF of this article

  • Marketing across cultures to reach new customers: America’s rich blend of cultures presents opportunities — and challenges — for business marketing efforts. Download a PDF of this article

  • Member Profile: J Farms LLC: Nursery owners Jenni Burkhead and Jim Lewis specialize in hand-grafted conifers and Japanese maples. Download a PDF of this article

  • Strategies for shortages: In these times of reduced plant availability, it pays to be a customer in good standing. Download a PDF of this article

  • High time for low-maintenance landscapes: The trend toward drought-tolerant natives requires stewardship and a focus on form and function. Download a PDF of this article

  • Where do new plants come from? Plant breeders, propagators and marketers: all perform crucial roles in the successful roll out of new plant varieties. Download a PDF of this article

  • The problematic plant information triangle: The relationship between growers, retailers and the public is complicated and needs fresh ideas to stay vital. Download a PDF of this article

  • Reining in rogues: Breeding for sterility is one way to control non-native, invasive plants. Download a PDF of this article

  • Seeds for the future: The Oregon Nurseries Foundation supports students preparing for careers in horticulture and related fields. Download a PDF of this article

You can also read this month’s flipbook edition of Digger (Flash required; fast connection recommended). Please send your comments on the issue to editor Curt Kipp at [email protected].

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Filed Under: Issues Tagged With: Digger, Digger magazine, Farwest, Landscaping, OAN Members, Plants, Retail Nurseries

About Peter Szymczak

Peter Szymczak is the publications manager at the Oregon Association of Nurseries. He writes for and designs Digger magazine.

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