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Cost Pressures in the Green Industry: Insights from the Index of Prices Paid by Growers

As production costs rise, growers need accurate data to guide pricing and financial decisions. Dr. Charlie Hall, Chief Economist at AmericanHort, provides an annual report on cost trends in the green industry, focusing on plant propagation, production, and shipping. The Index of Prices Paid by Growers, part of the Your MarketMetrics program, has tracked inflationary […]

Hold on, the Trump Tariff Roller Coaster isn’t Over Yet 

As this week’s news cycle on tariffs comes to a close (maybe), we would like to provide you with the latest updates and share the newest information available.  Canadian and Mexican Tariffs President Trump has signed two executive orders that temporarily delay tariffs on products from Canada and Mexico under the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) until April […]

Secretary Rollins Delivers Address at Commodity Classic  

By Frida Mendez, DCLRS and Kamron Newberry   During her address at the Commodity Classic, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced the rebranding of the Economic Assistance Program to the Emergency Commodity Assistance Program (ECAP), aiming to provide more efficient disaster relief to agricultural producers, including those in horticulture. The program’s restructuring is intended to […]

Trump Advances Tax Plan as Congress Navigates Funding Deadline 

By Rachel Pick  President Trump is exerting significant influence over Congress, rallying Republicans behind his tax cut plan while Democrats struggle to counter his agenda. Unlike his first term, where Democrats mounted strong resistance, the President now benefits from a more compliant Congress willing to overlook legally questionable actions. His tax plan, which includes deep […]

Secretary of Labor Nominee Lori Chavez-DeRemer Advances to Full Senate 

By Rachel Pick and Frida Mendez, DCLRS  AmericanHort continues to champion workforce solutions for the horticulture industry, with a strong focus on the H-2B program. In recent discussions with former Representative Lori Chavez-DeRemer, the organization highlighted the program’s role in sustaining businesses and strengthening the U.S. economy. Chavez-DeRemer, who represented Oregon’s 5th Congressional District from […]

President Trump Addresses a Divided Congress in Tuesday’s Joint Session 

By Rachel Pick, Matt Mika, and Kamron Newberry  President Trump’s address to Congress showcased the deep political divides in Washington, with Republicans rallying behind him while Democrats largely rejected his remarks. His speech, the longest ever to a joint session, was met with Democratic protests, including walkouts and shouts of dissent. The President emphasized his […]

Tariffs Update 

by Kamron Newberry Current as of 3/5/2025 12:00 PM EST  The Trump administration’s tariffs are becoming increasingly far-reaching and impactful for both our industry and the broader economy. The erratic approach and shifting justifications for these tariffs suggest that a cautious and measured response is necessary from those who may be affected. Given the ongoing […]

March 2025 Connect

The future of horticulture depends on the people who shape it. In this issue, we explore efforts to support the next generation, highlight workplaces prioritizing employees, and share insights on attracting Gen Z talent. Plus, get the latest advocacy updates, discover new educational initiatives, and meet the leaders driving industry growth.

Building a Culture of Accountability

Insights from Grow Forward: How Accountability Shapes Goal Setting Without accountability, even the best strategic plans can fall flat. In a recent Grow Forward webinar, speaker John Kennedy shared how a culture of accountability drives business success by ensuring follow-through on goals. Kennedy, owner of BoomerWrangle, is a business consultant and author who has delivered […]