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Building Systems, Teams, and Trust at Oakland Green Interiors

For Genevieve Mills, growth has gone beyond expanding client lists in interior and exterior plant design. In her roles as Director of Oakland Green Interiors and Chief Operating Officer and In-House Counsel of Oakland Nurseries in Columbus, Ohio, she has prioritized developing strong internal systems to set the stage for long-term success. Several years ago, […]

Tax Planning for Horticulture Ahead of 2026

By Tommy Irvine, Lead Agriculture Advisor, Pinion Horticulture businesses, like other agricultural operations, are often met with both challenges and opportunities when it comes to tax planning. From depreciation strategies, inventory management, and yield projections, to ag-focused tax credits and incentives, income averaging, entity structure, estate planning, and accounting methods — there are many important […]

Diversifying Revenue Streams in Garden Centers

How independent garden centers are creating opportunities to boost revenue and loyalty. Independent garden centers are finding that offering alternative products and services keep customers visiting year-round, not just during peak seasons. Online and big-box competition is intensifying, and shoppers expect more than a simple checkout transaction alone. Customers want services, experiences, and a sense […]

Mastering Career Development Planning

By Neal Glatt, Founder & CEO, Neal Glatt Sales & Strategy When employees leave companies, the core reason usually comes down to hope: hope that a new pay bracket will afford them the lifestyle they desire, hope that the new role will better leverage their strengths daily, or hope that the new team and leadership […]

Supreme Court Casts Doubt on IEEPA-based Tariffs; Decision Now in the Justices’ Hands 

The Supreme Court heard nearly three hours of oral argument on whether the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) of 1977 authorizes a president to impose broad, across-the-board tariffs. Several justices, including conservatives such as Chief Justice Roberts and Justices Gorsuch, Barrett, and Kavanaugh, pressed the government on two fronts: first, whether tariffs function as […]

Workplace Stress

By Andy Sawan, Sedgwick Stress is a growing concern across many industries because it can affect not only workers’ well-being but also safety and productivity in the workplace. It affects employees in a number of ways including their mental and physical health, staying focused on the job at hand and maintaining awareness of their surroundings. […]

DOL Interim Final Rule on Agricultural Wages 

By Matt Mika, Lynn Jacquez, JPH Law, and Shawn Packer, JPH Law  The Department of Labor (DOL) has suspended enforcement of its 2024 rule aimed at expanding H-2A guest worker protections and has proposed rescinding it entirely. Concurrently, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has introduced a new rule, effective October 2, 2025, to streamline […]

Updates on the Government Shutdown – 2025 Edition

By Rachel Pick and Frida Mendez (DCLRS)  The federal government has entered its third week of shutdown with no resolution in sight, as partisan divisions over health care and spending continue to stall negotiations. Senate Republicans have intensified pressure on Democrats, blocking a Democratic funding proposal and framing the impasse as a failure to support […]

Connecting Growers and Landscapers with the AmericanHort Nursery & Landscape Tour

The 2025 Nursery & Landscape Tour brought together nursery growers and landscape professionals to the Baltimore, Maryland area for two days of connection, learning, and inspiration. Attendees explored the full plant supply chain to see firsthand how innovations in production, logistics, and installation are shaping the future of the green industry. Seven unique stops highlighted […]