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Willamette Chapter plant sale raises more than $5,500 for horticulture education

By Peter Szymczak — Posted May 13, 2015

The OAN Willamette Chapter’s recent plant sale, held in conjunction with the Oregon Ag Fest, raised more than $5,650. The proceeds will enable the chapter to continue supporting horticultural education in the Willamette Valley. Over the past several years, the Willamette Chapter has donated in excess of $20,000 to Chemeketa Community College’s nursery and greenhouse […]

Filed Under: Nursery News Tagged With: OAN Members

Farwest Show presents second annual Equipment Innovation Day

By Peter Szymczak — Posted May 13, 2015

“Equipment Innovation Day is back by popular demand,” announced Allan Niemi, director of events at the Oregon Association of Nurseries, producers of the Farwest Show. “Our first event was a big hit. This year promises to be even better with our participating hosts and the ensemble of equipment and manufacturers we have on tap.” The second […]

Filed Under: Nursery News Tagged With: Farwest

New H-2B regulations may present hurdles for small businesses

By Peter Szymczak — Posted May 6, 2015

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the U.S. Department of Labor released new H-2B visa regulations last week after previous versions were struck down by a federal judge. The new rules go into effect this week. While larger employers may be able to follow the rules, added requirements may make it more difficult for […]

Filed Under: Nursery News Tagged With: Legal, Regulations

My day with José

By Jeff Stone — Posted May 1, 2015

OAN Executive Director Jeff Stone gains newfound respect for fieldworkers after spending two days working beside them.

Filed Under: Columns, Director's Desk Tagged With: Digger magazine, Workforce

Passing the intelligence test

By Robin Rosetta — Posted May 1, 2015

Research shows intelligent spray systems deliver healthy plants with fewer pesticides.

Filed Under: Growing Knowledge Tagged With: Digger magazine, Oregon State University, Pesticides

Small shrubs, big impact

By Elizabeth Petersen — Posted May 1, 2015

These diminutive options offer many significant benefits, from berries and color, to beauty and easy care.

Filed Under: Plant Features Tagged With: Digger magazine, Plants

Increasing sales through innovation

By Tracy Ilene Miller — Posted May 1, 2015

Technology affords salespeople the tools to improve service and generate reorders.

Filed Under: Nursery Operations Tagged With: Business, Digger magazine

Today’s learners, tomorrow’s leaders

By Peter Szymczak — Posted May 1, 2015

Chemeketa Community College equips tomorrow’s growers with an education and hands-on horticulture experience.

Filed Under: Nursery Operations Tagged With: Digger magazine, Education

New lessons every day

By Curt Kipp — Posted May 1, 2015

David ‘Mac’ and Nancy McKinnon, owners of McKinnon Nursery, have no plans to retire anytime soon.

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

Social (media) listening

By Mark Fordice — Posted May 1, 2015

Learn how to use hashtags and Google Alerts to hear what your customers and competition are saying about you.

Filed Under: Columns, Pivot Points Tagged With: Digger magazine, Marketing

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NURSERY NEWS

Bailey Nurseries removed dams to build environmental resilience

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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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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

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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

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