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Oregon Nurseries’ Hall of Fame member Jean Fessler passes

By Curt Kipp — Posted January 8, 2020

The Oregon Association of Nurseries is saddened to report the passing of Oregon Nurseries’ Hall of Fame member Jean Fessler, who co-founded Woodburn Nursery & Azaleas together with her husband, Bob. She died December 22, 2019 at the age of 80, following a battle with breast cancer. A rosary was held December 26 at St. […]

Filed Under: Nursery News Tagged With: Nursery News, obituary

A place where people can grow

By Curt Kipp — Posted January 1, 2020

David Sather wanted a place to grow. After spending years developing a landscaping business in the Seattle area, he was ready to chase a dream by raising his own plant material. When David arrived in Oregon, he knew he had found his place. Todd Williams wanted a place to grow. After working at a retail […]

Filed Under: Oregon Nursery Country Tagged With: Digger, Digger magazine, OAN, OAN Members, Retail Nurseries, Welcome to Nursery Country, Wholesale Nurseries

TSW Nursery Sales Inc.

By Curt Kipp — Posted January 1, 2020

Founded: 2001 by Todd Williams About: Wholesale grower and broker of trees and shrubs in containers and B&B, shipping to most of the United States. Principal: Todd Williams Key Employees: Todd Williams, president/CEO: Marissa Williams, CFO: Laura Woodward, inside sales manager; Tom Dodd, farm manager: Shelby Cabeceiras, assistant office manager: Jaime Urcino, farm/shipping foreman; Oscar […]

Filed Under: Oregon Nursery Country Tagged With: Digger, Digger magazine, OAN, OAN Members, TSW Nursery Sales

F & B Farms and Nursery

By Curt Kipp — Posted January 1, 2020

Founded: 1997 by Fred and Leigh Geschwill, Bill and Heidi Geschwill About: Wholesale greenhouse grower serving the Pacific Northwest. Products include annuals, organic herb/vegetable starts, potted indoor flowers/forced bulbs, small fruits/berries/grapes, pumpkins, fall décor and poinsettias. They also operate a small, local, seasonal garden center. Principals: Fred, Leigh, Bill and Heidi Geschwill Key Employees: Jon […]

Filed Under: Oregon Nursery Country Tagged With: Digger, Digger magazine, F and B Farms and Nursery, OAN, OAN Members, Welcome to Nursery Country

Serendipity Nursery

By Curt Kipp — Posted January 1, 2020

Founded: 1986 by David Sather About: Wholesale grower offering containerized and B&B broadleaf evergreens, conifers, grasses, and ground covers, which are shipped to wholesalers, garden centers and landscapers across the United States. Principal: David Sather Key Employees: David Sather, president; Mikaela Eaton, sales manager Employees: 5 year-round plus seasonal employees Contact: 8400 S. Sconce Road, […]

Filed Under: Oregon Nursery Country Tagged With: Digger, Digger magazine, OAN, OAN Members, serendipity nursery, Welcome to Nursery Country

Making the handoff

By Curt Kipp — Posted November 22, 2019

Family-owned nurseries follow a variety of models to transition to the next generation of ownership They say two things in life are certain — death and taxes — but death also implies a third certainty, and that’s retirement. If one doesn’t choose a retirement date, sooner or later it will be chosen for them. It’s better […]

Filed Under: OAN Members Tagged With: Digger, Digger magazine, OAN, OAN Members, Succession, Transitions

Oregon Invasive Species Council seeks member nominations

By Curt Kipp — Posted November 7, 2019

The Oregon Invasive Species Council (OISC) is seeking nominations for eight volunteers interested in serving a two-year term on the council. As approved by the passing of Senate Bill 445 in 2019, the council is comprised of additional members now that they will collaborate with a broader mix of private industries and non-government organizations to […]

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Oregon nurseries hit nearly $1 billion in yearly sales

By Curt Kipp — Posted September 26, 2019

Nurseries and greenhouses sold nearly $1 billion worth of products during 2018, according to a new estimate by the Oregon Department of Agriculture — good enough to qualify as Oregon’s best-selling agricultural commodity once again.

Filed Under: Nursery News

Farwest Show sees a jump in attendance

By Curt Kipp — Posted August 28, 2019

The official numbers are in, and the 2019 Farwest Show, held August 21–23 at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland, saw an increase in attendance over the prior year, according to figures from show producers the Oregon Association of Nurseries. As always, Farwest brought together different sectors of the green industry, giving everyone many chances […]

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Flame Thrower™ Redbud wins People’s Choice in Farwest Show’s New Varieties Showcase

By Curt Kipp — Posted August 26, 2019

Nursery professionals attending the 2019 Farwest Show chose Flame Thrower™ Redbud (Cercis ‘NC2016-2’ PPTBS) as their People’s Choice Best in Show award winner in the New Varieties Showcase. The show was held August 21–23 in Portland, Oregon. Flame Thrower was bred by Dr. Denny Werner in North Carolina and introduced by Farwest Show exhibitor Star […]

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NURSERY NEWS

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Terra Gardens owner’s gesture for his mother opens the door to other wheelchair-bound gardeners

OAN announces 2025 Friends of Nurseries award winners

OAN leads grower-driven Japanese beetle solution

AmericanHort president and CEO to step down

In memoriam: Bill Van Belle

Longtime employee buys Heritage Seedlings and Liners

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Pests and Diseases

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OAN leads grower-driven Japanese beetle solution

Prioritizing nursery pest challenges

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FARWEST SHOW UPDATES

2026 Farwest Show issues calls for speakers

Excitement, optimism prevail at 2025 Farwest Show

Dazzling plants, products garner Retailer’s Choice Awards

Youngblood Nursery wins Best in Show booth honors at the 2025 Farwest Show

Glow Sticks Fescue wins top honors from judges at Farwest Show’s New Varieties Showcase 

More Updates from Farwest

The Value of Membership

OAN members see benefits and rewards from serving ag industry organizations

AmericanHort president and CEO to step down

OAN honors industry leaders at 2025 Convention

More member stories

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