THE CUT FLOWER MARKET The traditional cut flower market includes roses, Gerbera, carnations, orchids, tulips, and lilies. Eighty percent of the cut flowers purchased in the U.S. are imported from countries such as Colombia, Ecuador, the Netherlands and Canada. Imported flowers are traditionally treated with significant quantities of pesticides, with residue often still present at local retailers. The flowers from Holland Flower Farm are grown using compost tea fertilizer, cover crops to reduce soil erosion, and a no-chemical approach. Holland Flower Farm’s seasonal and fresh blooms are sold through farmer's markets, flower subscriptions, weddings, and buckets of blooms for special events. Jade grows 400 different varieties of flowers, from tulips and
More than 400 varieties of flowers are grown at Holland Flower Farm.
dahlias to lisianthus and poppies to heirloom varieties such as foxglove and sweet peas. Undergirding the farm is a community-supported agriculture
A N N I V E R S A R Y
GRAIN CONDITIONING
(CSA) model wherein individuals or companies buy a share of a farm’s production before each growing season. Holland Flower Farm delivers weekly or monthly fresh or dried flower bouquets to
PROTECTION IN THE PALM OF YOUR HAND.
There is nothing more important than protecting your grain harvest. Tri-States Grain Conditioning systems will help you remotely monitor your grain, save on energy costs and improve your overall grain storage. YOU WILL ALWAYS BE CONNECTED TO YOUR GRAIN STORAGE. MONITORS YOUR GRAIN FROM THE PALM OF YOUR HAND. SIMPLE AND ACCURATE. FREE TECH SUPPORT FOR LIFE.
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