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The chicken or the egg?

By Leigh Geschwill — Posted March 1, 2016

OAN President Leigh Geschwill discusses the economic dilemma posed by raising Oregon’s minimum wage.

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Oregon Association of … Cannabis?

By Leigh Geschwill — Posted February 1, 2016

OAN’s president wonders whether cannabis growers belong in the organization.

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Welcome to Nursery Country

By Leigh Geschwill — Posted January 5, 2016

OAN President Leigh Geschwill discusses the many things that make Oregon-grown nursery products some of the best in the nation.

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Our gift is stewardship

By Leigh Geschwill — Posted December 1, 2015

OAN President Leigh Geschwill stresses the importance of being good stewards — not only of our land and natural resources, but also our community.

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Find your tribe

By Leigh Geschwill — Posted November 1, 2015

OAN’s new president talks camaraderie and convention

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Time flies

By Mike Coleman — Posted October 1, 2015

Outgoing President Mike Coleman reflects on the past year’s successes and encourages more member participation

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H2O

By Mike Coleman — Posted September 11, 2015

Water conservation is a crucial issue facing the nursery industry

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Welcome to Farwest

By Mike Coleman — Posted August 1, 2015

OAN President Mike Coleman looks forward to this year’s biggest green industry show in the West

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Washington then and now

By Mike Coleman — Posted July 1, 2015

OAN President Mike Coleman reflects on his recent trip to the nation’s capital

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Father’s Day reflections

By Mike Coleman — Posted June 1, 2015

Nurseryman (and OAN President) Mike Coleman talks about the responsibilities that come along with his “number one job” — being a dad.

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NURSERY NEWS

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FARWEST SHOW UPDATES

Sense of excitement prevailed at Farwest as nursery industry ‘Meets the Future’ 

Farwest Show attendees select favorites for the Retailers’ Choice Awards

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Hopper Bros. wins Best in Show booth award at 2024 Farwest Show   

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The Value of Membership

Meet the leader: Sam Pohlschneider

OAN honors the industry’s best

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More member stories

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