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SBI Software launches Analytics for growers

By Bill Goloski — Posted March 28, 2018

  SBI Software, a Portland-based software company that designs programs and mobile apps for wholesale nurseries and retail centers, created a new technology tool so business owners see an analytical report of their enterprise. The Analytics software allows growers to filter through their own data and research their past business activities. Users can render their orders, […]

Filed Under: Nursery News Tagged With: Business, Nursery News, Retail Nurseries, SBI Software, software, technology, Wholesale Nurseries

Skagit Horticulture hires regional account manager

By Bill Goloski — Posted March 20, 2018

Tom Contrisciano joins the staff of Skagit Horticulture as a regional account manager in the liner division and will contribute his expertise to the GrowProTeam™. Contrisciano has more than three decades of industry experience in ornamental horticulture.  He recently transitioned to Skagit Horticulture from Fluence Bioengineering, a manufacturer of LED horticultural lighting.  He has also […]

Filed Under: Nursery News Tagged With: Business, OAN Members, Skagit Horticulture

Senninger increases durability and efficiency of pivot Wobbler

By Bill Goloski — Posted March 14, 2018

Senninger increases durability and efficiency of pivot Wobbler Senninger Irrigation has expanded their line of agricultural products with the introduction of the i-Wob2, which aims to reduce the number of times a sprinkler package needs to be replaced. The i-Wob2 features enhanced materials and shroud guards to protect the system from damage and double as […]

Filed Under: Nursery News Tagged With: Business, Irrigation, Senninger

Simplot Partners purchases Nursery Connection store in Hubbard

By Bill Goloski — Posted February 28, 2018

A new sign is going up on a storefront in Hubbard, Oregon. Simplot Partners has taken over the former Nursery Connection LLC store as of February 27, 2018. The purchase of certain Nursery Connection assets allows Simplot to expand its distribution capacity in the Pacific Northwest nursery market, the company stated in a press release. The […]

Filed Under: Nursery News Tagged With: Business, Nursery News, Simplot, Wholesale Nurseries

Eason adds sales and production management expert

By Bill Goloski — Posted February 28, 2018

Eason Horticultural Resources (EHR) is pleased to announce Roger Kehoe has accepted the position of sales and production management expert for their national sales team. Kehoe has extensive knowledge of product development, plant production, strategic planning, and business development from his previous experience at Costa Farms and Ecke Ranch. He will be available to assist […]

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InstantHedge introduces ready-to-plant hedges

By Bill Goloski — Posted February 23, 2018

Brent Markus, owner of Rare Tree Nursery in Silverton, Oregon, has introduced a new line of conveniently packaged, pre-formed hedges under the brand name InstantHedge. The new line has been in the works since 2014, after Markus was inspired by a visit to QuickHedge farm in the Netherlands. Markus then planted rows of evergreens and […]

Filed Under: Nursery News Tagged With: Business, InstantHedge, Plants

New immigration bill would create ‘chaos for farmers’

By Curt Kipp — Posted January 22, 2018

In January, Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives introduced a new bill to reform immigration laws. But according to OAN Executive Director Jeff Stone, the bill as presently constituted would leave agriculture sectors, including nurseries, far short of the workers they need. Among its requirements, the bill would force all employers to implement the […]

Filed Under: Nursery News Tagged With: Immigration, Nursery News, OAN, Politics, Regulations

Advanced Grower Solutions names John Beauford as President/CTO

By Bill Goloski — Posted January 16, 2018

Advanced Grower Solutions issued an announcement that John Beauford has been appointed as President/Chief Technical Officer for the company. Advanced Grower Solutions is a software and technology company specializing in products for wholesale nursery, grower and agricultural operations. Beauford will be responsible for day-to-day operations and developing strategies for mobilizing all new and existing products. […]

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OregonSaves is now open for enrollment

By Bill Goloski — Posted January 3, 2018

The State of Oregon has opened enrollment for OregonSaves, a new and voluntary retirement savings plan for workers across the state. According to state treasury officials, the program was created in response to research showing that 1 million Oregon workers — more than half of the workforce — lack access to a retirement savings plan […]

Filed Under: Nursery News Tagged With: Benefits, Business, Nursery News, Politics, Workforce

Nursery family turns tragedy to inspiration

By Curt Kipp — Posted December 27, 2017

The charitable work of the Elizabeth Ashley Hoke Trust was recently featured on KGW Channel 8 in a segment called Cup of Joe with Joe Donlan, as well as a feature article in the Silverton Appeal-Tribune. Elizabeth was the eldest daughter of Anthony and Kristan Hoke, owners of OAN members Silver Falls Nursery (wholesale) and […]

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NURSERY NEWS

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New USDA Census of Hort arriving in mailboxes this month

Oregon Association of Nurseries honors the industry’s best at 2024 Convention

Eason Horticultural Resources is now employee-owned

Oregon’s nursery licensing program aims to keep the entire industry healthy

Building trust is key to establishing clientele base for new nurseries

Five owners share their experiences on what it takes to start a nursery businesses

Bailey hires new CFO and chief HR officer

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FARWEST SHOW UPDATES

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

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The Value of Membership

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More member stories

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