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The show that rooted an industry

By Jeff Stone — Posted July 22, 2026

Trade shows are still the living room of an industry. They are part marketplace, part family reunion, part classroom, and part proving ground. In a world dominated by screens, algorithms, and rushed digital exchanges, there remains something powerful about standing shoulder to shoulder with the people who grow, ship, innovate, and sustain the green industry. […]

Filed Under: Director's Desk

A blast from the very distant past

By Mike Darcy — Posted July 21, 2026

The Wollemi pine dates back to about 90 million years ago.

Filed Under: Mike Darcy

Build lasting relationships at the Farwest Show

By Patrick Newton — Posted July 21, 2026

We do business with people we know and trust, and those relationships aren’t built through a string of emails.

Filed Under: President's Message

A reflection of America herself

By Jeff Stone — Posted June 22, 2026

The story of the Smithsonian is, in many ways, the story of America itself — ambitious, imperfect, curious, inventive, and constantly evolving.

Filed Under: Director's Desk

When disparate parts join, they make a better whole

By Patrick Newton — Posted June 22, 2026

At first glance, a link between boudin (pronounced “BOO-dan”) and the 250th anniversary of the United States might seem like a stretch.

Filed Under: Columns, President's Message

Oregon agriculture is sounding the alarm

By Jeff Stone — Posted May 20, 2026

Oregon agriculture isn’t asking for special treatment. It’s asking for a fair chance to compete. From family nurseries and greenhouse operations to seed growers and generational farms, Oregon’s agricultural economy has long been one of the state’s defining success stories. The nursery and greenhouse industry alone returns more than $1 billion annually back into Oregon’s […]

Filed Under: Director's Desk

Shrubs can also be stars in the garden

By Mike Darcy — Posted May 20, 2026

Visiting other gardens and talking with other gardeners is a favorite pastime of mine.

Filed Under: Mike Darcy

Striving to be like Dad

By Patrick Newton — Posted May 19, 2026

It’s about remembering a man who set the standard for how to live, how to treat people, and how to show up every single day.

Filed Under: President's Message

Vote

By Jeff Stone — Posted April 22, 2026

When thinking about elections, Kyle Fessler of Woodburn Nursery & Azaleas said it best: The mayor from Jaws is still the mayor in Jaws 2. In other words, it is important to vote in your local elections. (I love movie references.) The upcoming primary in Oregon isn’t just another date on the political calendar — […]

Filed Under: Director's Desk

The ‘little things’ are the foundation

By Patrick Newton — Posted April 22, 2026

Mother’s Day isn’t complicated. It’s just a chance to recognize someone who’s been in your corner from the very beginning.

Filed Under: President's Message

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NURSERY NEWS

Bailey Nurseries removed dams to build environmental resilience

The new NurseryGuide.com powers up with new features

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

Box tree moths pose a threat to Oregon nurseries

Managing Phytophthora: timing, temperature and emerging threats

Managing slugs and snails in Pacific Northwest nurseries

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 

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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

More member stories

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