U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) — part of the bipartisan “Gang of Eight” senators working on comprehensive immigration reform – says a bill may be coming this week. “All of us have said that there will be no agreement until the eight of us agree to a big, specific bill, but hopefully we can get […]
Bill would create short-term driver’s license
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On Tuesday, a bipartisan group of eight Oregon legislators introduced Senate Bill 833, which would allow creation of a new, short-term driver’s license for applicants who otherwise qualify, but are unable to provide proof of legal U.S. residency. “All Oregonians, regardless of the documents they have, need the ability to participate in the local economy,” […]
Expect to see the term ‘illegal immigrant’ less in coverage
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The Associated Press yesterday announced a decision that could change the shape of immigration coverage, including headlines. The news-gathering collective publishes the very influential Associated Press Stylebook, considered a bible among journalists when it comes to style and usage. When the AP makes stylebook changes, reporters notice — and this change certainly will be no […]
Shipping season heats up — for inspectors, too
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Every grower we talk to is very busy shipping nursery stock — seemingly more so than in years. It would make sense that state inspectors who issue certificates for these shipments, when needed, are busy, too — and they are, according to Gary McAninch, manager of the Oregon Department of Agriculture’s Plant Division. He sent […]
How to Build Tropical Confidence
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Tropical plants fell out of favor due to their lack of hardiness. But today, they are trending again as gardeners and retailers reconsider the charm of banana trees, wild palms and other exotic varieties, thanks to a newfound confidence in their cold hardiness. Check out the cover story, “Confidently Tropical,” in the April edition of Digger Magazine and learn what tropical plants can […]
Oregon gets an A minus on invasive species report card
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Oregon deserves an A-minus for its efforts to limit and control the introduction of invasive plants, animals and pathogens into the state, according to the Oregon Invasive Species Council. The group issued its annual Invasive Species Report Card on Jan. 9. Some highlights pertaining to the nursery industry include the following: The Oregon Legislature passed […]
Vilsack to continue as head of USDA
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U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack will serve a second term as part of the Obama administration, it was announced Monday. Vilsack said in a statement he will continue work to pass a new Farm Bill and support small towns and rural communities: “President Obama and I share a deep appreciation for rural America and […]
Oregon: The State of Perfection 2013 is now online!
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When it comes to nurseries, Oregon is The State of Perfection. That’s why the January issue of Digger is dedicated to five of Oregon’s outstanding wholesale nurseries. The issue contains five profile articles demonstrating the quality and diversity offered by the state’s growers: Fall Creek Farm & Nursery, Lowell, Ore.; Brentano’s Tree Farm, St. Paul, […]
Art Anderson named GM at J. Frank Schmidt & Son Co.
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Press release issued this afternoon by J. Frank Schmidt & Son Co.: J. Frank Schmidt & Son Co. has named Art Anderson to serve as General Manager and Chief Operating Officer of the shade, flowering and specialty ornamental tree nursery headquartered in Boring, Oregon. Anderson’s appointment to the leadership role at the family-owned nursery, founded […]
More on comprehensive immigration reform
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Here’s an in-depth look at comprehensive immigration reform, and where it stands in the new, post-election political landscape. Essential reading if you follow this issue.
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