Founded: 1978 by Jerry Sr. and Janice Simnitt Owners: Jerry and Jim Simnitt, owners.People: Roberta Simnitt, bookkeeper.Known for: A variety of woody shrubs, including more than 200 varieties of rhododendrons and a variety of quality Daphne, Pieris, Kalmia, Leucothoe, Prunus and other shrubs, all propagated and raised on-site until ready for market.Contact: 138 N.E. 22nd […]
TRECO — Oregon Rootstock and Tree Co. Inc.
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— PostedFounded: 1941 by Bernard Smith Owners: Jeff and Brent SmithKnown for: Being a propagator of premium, disease resistant rootstock for nurseries and orchardists.People: Jerry Walden, accountant; Eva Perfecto, office assistant and hr; Elena Burnum, production manager; Josh Bradley, shop foreman; Jose Luis, irrigation and harvesting; and Gerado Garibay, greenhouse production and equipment operator.Contact: 10906 Monitor-McKee […]
Welcome to Nursery Country 2022
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— PostedThe year 2020 will always be remembered as the year when everything lurched to a sudden halt for everyone. We all remember the arrival of COVID-19. First, the NBA canceled games. That was the first noticeable sign. Then so many other daily activities normally taken for granted fell like dominoes. Many states imposed orders to […]
It is go time
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— PostedIt seems like the same narrative happens at the beginning of every year: “This is a make-or-break year for the industry.” But I am going to say it: 2022 will be a defining year. We grow, sell and ship the best nursery and greenhouse products in the country. But every year, there has been a […]
Western Pulp Products hires sales and marketing manager
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— PostedDon Wackerly has been appointed to the position of sales and marketing manager for Western Pulp Products Co., according to a release from the company. Based out of Corvallis, Oregon, he will be promoting Vintner’s Choice molded wine shipping products (made from recycled paper), protective innerpack products, nursery and greenhouse containers, and mâché floral containers. […]
In Memoriam: Glen Hart
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— PostedThe Oregon Association of Nurseries is saddened to report the passing of Glen Hart, owner of longtime members Hart’s Nursery of Jefferson, a greenhouse grower based in Jefferson, Oregon. He passed away October 14, 2021 at the age of 86. Glen was born in Albany, Oregon to Charles and Margaret (Cochran) Hart. He grew up […]
December 2021 — The HR Issue
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— PostedThe HR Issue focuses on keeping a healthy and thriving partnership between employers and employees. There’s also an Oregon employment law update that shares the latest COVID-19 rules for business owners. Read the recap of the green industry’s best at the OAN Annual Convention in Maui, Hawaii, and discover all of the options from Oregon […]
Know thy enemy
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— PostedExpert insect pest identification resources are available in Oregon The foundations of a good integrated pest management (IPM) plan are scouting, monitoring and identification — knowing where and when you have pests, and knowing exactly who those pests are. Scouting and monitoring techniques are straightforward. One can use tools like sticky cards, traps, bait plants, […]
The changing employment law rulebook
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— PostedOregon employers face new regulations, and it’s not just about COVID-19 Although it may not seem like it, not everything over the past year was related to COVID-19. In 2021, the Oregon legislature and state agencies were also busy focusing on employee rights and workplace protections, enacting significant legislation and regulations directly impacting employers. As […]
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