horticulture

The USDA’s latest Census of Agriculture subsurvey focuses on the area of horticulture specialties.   “We're talking about floriculture, horticulture, nursery type crops, sod, food crops grown under glass," said NASS' Lance Honig.  "That’s kind of the...

On Wednesday, the Idaho State Department of Agriculture announced that applications are currently being accepted for the 2025 Specialty Crop Block Grant.   ISDA anticipates receiving over $2 million from the USDA for projects that enhance the competitiveness of Idaho specialty crops.  Th...

NASS is preparing to roll out the 2024 Census of Horticultural Specialties this winter to provide a comprehensive picture of the U.S. horticulture industry.  Survey codes were mailed this month to more than 40,000 horticulture producers to respond online.  Collect...

The Oregon Association of Nurseries is now accepting speaker proposals for the 2025 Farwest Show, scheduled for August 20th through the 22nd at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland, OR.   “Education is a key component of Farwest,” Show Director Allan Niemi said. “We are looking...

There's just a few days left to apply for the Washington State Department of Agriculture’s 2025 Specialty Crop Block Grant.  This grant aims to support projects that enhance the competitiveness of Washington's specialty crops, including fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, horticulture, and nursery crops.  Grant awards ...

A movement looking to sweep the county, including the Northwest, is trying to promote farm and other plant based jobs.  The non-profit Seed Your Future is offering an upcoming event called Green Career Week.  The goal is to reach the next generation of professionals to increase awareness of green industry careers like those in agriculture, and build relationships with local schools, colleges and u

Starting Thursday, the Washington State Department of Agriculture will accept applications for the 2025 Specialty Crop Block Grant.  Grant awards will range from $25,000 to $250,000 per project and projects may last for up to three years.  WSDA’s ...

Governor Brad Little proclaimed May as Horticulture Month, recognizing the invaluable contributions of local nursery and greenhouse growers to Idaho’s economy and quality of life, and encouraging Idahoans to shop for Idaho-grown plant products at local nurseries and greenhouses.

The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) is now accepting concept proposals for the 2024 Specialty Crop Block Grant.

According to ERS, the value of U.S. agricultural imports grew an average of 4% a year between fiscal years 2012 and 2022.  Total U.S. agricultural imports rose from $139 billion to $194 billion, with growth concentrated in select commodity groups.  Horticu...