August 2017 — Digger: Farwest edition
The triple-sized August 2017 issue of Digger magazine contains the latest information you need to know about the 2017 Farwest Show, including the special Show Guide (PDF), listings of Exhibitors by Product (PDF) and Exhibitors by Name (PDF), as well as a preview of the New Products Showcase (PDF).
Stories in the August issue include:
- I’ll be there: The Farwest Show, located in one of the most productive nursery growing areas in the country, has it all. Download a PDF of this article
- Got slime? Identifying and managing slugs and snails is critical in
Pacific Northwest gardens and nurseries. Download a PDF of this article - Is there ‘at-will’ employment in Oregon anymore? While Oregon employers can end employment at any time and for any reason, there are several exceptions. Download a PDF of this article
- Rising from the ashes: Growers and specifiers seek replacements for trees decimated by the emerald ash borer. Download a PDF of this article
- Employee retention through engagement: Business owners can employ several strategies to keep workers motivated, productive and happy. Download a PDF of this article
- OAN Member Profile: Bailey Nurseries: With operations in five states, Bailey Nurseries is a large, diversified, family-owned wholesale grower. Download a PDF of this article
- Keys to a ‘far from ordinary’ marketing campaign: Doing something unexpected is just one reason why the Farwest Fanatics marketing campaign has been so successful. Download a PDF of this article
- Stepping outside the box: From produce stands and cafés, to expanded product lines and cooking demonstrations, retail garden centers are trying novel approaches to attract new customers. Download a PDF of this article
- Seeding our future: The Oregon Nurseries Foundation supports incoming or continuing college students who are preparing for careers in ornamental horticulture and related fields. Download a PDF of this article
- Meet the Leader: Sam Barkley: Get to know the Mt. Hood Chapter president and future steward of J. Frank Schmidt & Son Co. Download a PDF of this article
- Controlling powdery mildew: Researchers look at four common compounds used in commercial organic fungicides to fight this fungal disease that affects a wide range of plants. Download a PDF of this article
- The multiplicity of Japanese maples: Oregon leads the way in production of this diverse family of beautiful landscape trees. Download a PDF of this article
- Take advantage of it all: Summer is time not only to enjoy life but also to maximize business opportunities at the 2017 Farwest Show. Download a PDF of this article
You can also read this month’s flipbook edition of Digger (Flash required; fast connection recommended). Please send your comments on the issue to editor Curt Kipp at ckipp@oan.org.
