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Are two retail locations better than one?

By Sid Raisch — Posted April 3, 2017

Here are some factors to consider before you decide to stand pat or make the big leap.

Filed Under: Nursery Operations Tagged With: Business, Digger, Digger magazine, OAN Members, Operations

Joining the conversation

By Curt Kipp — Posted April 3, 2017

In the age of social media, misinformation spreads quickly, but proactive outreach can neutralize its effects.

Filed Under: Nursery Operations Tagged With: Business, Digger, Digger magazine, Operations

Are you prepared for immigration enforcement actions?

By Steve Shropshire — Posted April 3, 2017

Protect your business with this 10-point plan in the event of an ICE inspection.

Filed Under: Nursery Operations Tagged With: Digger, Digger magazine, Immigration, Politics, Workforce

Case studies: Retail locations

By Sid Raisch — Posted April 3, 2017

Real-life scenarios illustrate the pros and cons of adding retail locations.

Filed Under: Nursery Operations Tagged With: Business, Digger, Digger magazine, Retail Nurseries

Life after the farm

By Susan Mehlman — Posted March 1, 2017

Financial experts explain how agribusiness owners can begin planning for retirement

Filed Under: Nursery Operations Tagged With: Business, Digger, Digger magazine, Operations

Is the price right?

By Jon Bell — Posted February 1, 2017

Wholesale nurseries must consider many factors when it comes time to consider a price hike.

Filed Under: Nursery Operations Tagged With: Digger, Digger magazine, Economy, Wholesale Nurseries

Hiring the right family business adviser

By Sherri Noxel — Posted November 1, 2016

Business advisers can help nursery owners build a company that will last for generations.

Filed Under: Nursery Operations Tagged With: Digger, Digger magazine, Legal, Operations, People

Maintaining your pond

By Michael Powers — Posted November 1, 2016

These steps will help ensure nursery ponds perform their function.

Filed Under: Nursery Operations Tagged With: Digger, Digger magazine, Irrigation, Operations

Tapping into resources

By Tracy Ilene Miller — Posted November 1, 2016

Agencies and programs offer help with water treatment and conservation.

Filed Under: Nursery Operations Tagged With: Digger, Digger magazine, Irrigation, Sustainability

Obtaining and protecting water rights

By Steve Shropshire — Posted November 1, 2016

Agricultural rights holders commonly face a variety of dilemmas.

Filed Under: Nursery Operations Tagged With: Digger, Digger magazine, Legal, Sustainability

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