When I grew up in southeast Portland in the 1950s and ’60s, my parents grew plenty of food in our yard. The parking strip in front of our house supported apple, peach, pear, plum and quince trees. The backyard held a full size cherry tree that boasted sweet fruit, provided comforting shade and supported both […]
Get ahead by overwintering
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Autumn can be a useful time of year in the nursery industry. As the intensity of spring wanes, fall affords greater bandwidth to complete to-do lists. It’s the season for stepping back and considering the problems you may have encountered the past year: Equipment failures? Labor shortages? An insect pest that caused significant loss? Prioritizing […]
Is there ‘at-will’ employment in Oregon anymore?
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While Oregon employers can end employment at any time and for any reason, there are several exceptions.
Controlling powdery mildew
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Researchers look at four common compounds used in commercial organic fungicides to fight this fungal disease that affects a wide range of plants.
Meeting the market
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Nurseries find new markets to serve and new ways of reaching them.
Future tech
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Nurseries deploy new technology in innovative ways to stay competitive.
Are two retail locations better than one?
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Here are some factors to consider before you decide to stand pat or make the big leap.
Joining the conversation
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In the age of social media, misinformation spreads quickly, but proactive outreach can neutralize its effects.
Are you prepared for immigration enforcement actions?
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Protect your business with this 10-point plan in the event of an ICE inspection.
Case studies: Retail locations
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Real-life scenarios illustrate the pros and cons of adding retail locations.
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