FNGLA's August Greenline by FNGLA

August 2015 | Volume 36, Issue 8

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There’s Always Something New at The Landscape Show Considered FNGLA’s signature event, The Landscape Show takes place September 24-26 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando. The Landscape Show offers access to the most complete array of plants, trees, equipment and supplies for the nursery and landscape industry, cutting-edge educational workshops and an opportunity to connect with nearly 7,000 industry professionals. Yet, even more has been added to The Landscape Show itinerary for 2015. With Yard-to-Table Landscaping a hot topic, The Landscape Show will feature edible landscape displays and special cooking demonstrations. Taking place each show day at 11 a.m. on the Main Stage, these Fresh From Florida Yard-To-Table Chef ’s presentations combine horticulture expertise related to edible landscapes with culinary expertise. Thursday’s featured chef will be Chef Justin Timineri, Executive Chef for the State of Florida and Fresh from Florida. Friday’s presentation will be led by Chef James Katurakes, Executive Chef for Centerplate and the Orange County Convention Center. Saturday’s program features Chef James Boheim, Executive Chef at LEGOLAND® Hotel. Lloyd Singleton, IFAS/UF Florida Friendly Landscaping™ specialist, will provide horticulture insights related to edible plants and edible landscapes. Visit The Landscape Show’s Connection Corner to see the new Exhibitors’ Showcase featuring new plants and products. Reviewing the special items on display is a convenient way to see the newest and unique products offered by exhibitors. While at the show, take time to add your signature to The Landscape Show’s newest tree variety – the Signature Tree, to let everyone know you’re part of The Landscape Show experience. Take advantage of The Landscape Show’s new Idea Sharing Sessions, where industry members share with one another their ideas and expertise related to trending topics, including edibles and edible landscapes, environmental stewardship, sustainable landscape practices and Florida-Friendly LandscapingTM. In addition, “Meet Ups” will take place throughout show days at the Connection Corner. “Meets Ups” will be open to anyone attending the show and will include sessions for FNGLA Chapters, Retailers and Landscape Contractors. New at The Landscape Show this year will be the presentation of the Retailers’ Choice Awards. Nearly 200 independent garden center owners from across the county are expected to attend the Fall Meeting of The Garden Center Group, co-locating with The Landscape Show. While at the show, many of these retailers will vote on their favorite plants and products. The awards will be presented on Friday at 2 p.m. on the Main Stage. Continued on Page 3

PRESIDENT’S LETTER

Billy Butterfield, FCLC FNGLA 2015-2016 President

Florida’s Nursery and Landscape Professionals are Fortunate From U.S. Congress: “H.R.2606 - Roads Not Roses Act by Representative Vicky Hartzler, Republican from Missouri.” “A BILL to discontinue funding for landscaping and scenic enhancement. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress.” Most of us earn our livelihood from plants, trees or flowers, or whatever it takes to sow, grow, install or maintain them in the right places. We are fortunate Florida Statutes require at least 1.5% of the amount contracted for FDOT road construction projects to be allocated for plant material on projects. That’s tens of millions of dollars’ worth of trees and shrubs every year purchased from our members. It is the policy of the Florida Department of Transportation to conserve, protect, restore and enhance Florida’s natural resources and scenic beauty when constructing and maintaining the State Highway System. FNGLA partnered with FDOT last year by creating a liaison committee and four task forces to work with the agency. We wish to ensure FDOT and the citizens of Florida get their money’s worth from the wise purchase of these plants and trees. You don’t have to travel too far down Florida’s state roads to see the new “BOLD” landscaping being installed on our roadways. FNGLA is working hard to ensure we don’t ever see a bill come up in Florida like U.S. Rep. Hartzler has introduced in Washington, DC. I was lucky enough to attend the SNA in Atlanta this past month with FNGLA’s Linda Adams. We had the opportunity to meet with association executives and presidents from many of the states throughout the Southeast, from Virginia to Texas. What an upbeat and professional group of people and what a great experience it was for me to sit and listen to so many of the people who have made our industry what it is today. Many of the questions and topics that came up were eventually directed to us to learn how Florida handles each issue. From Trade Shows to Educational Programs to Certification, FNGLA was on top of it. Clearly, our trade shows are cuttingedge and growing. We are constantly adjusting our educational programs to fit our attendees’ desires. And, FNGLA’s professional certifications are growing by leaps and bounds. While we didn’t have all the answers, we were looked to as the

leaders on most of the issues affecting the rest of the Southeast. Kudos to our professional staff and all the past FNGLA board members and officers who have kept FNGLA on the cuttingedge of associations. It was great to be sitting at that table. It’s always nice to be recognized by your peers for a job well done. Every year, FNGLA’s Action Chapter recognizes a member who has contributed to the growth and well-being of the horticulture industry. This years’ recipient of the Gene A. Batson Award is Dr. Lance Osborne. While there are always a good group of nominees, Dr. Osborne stood out from the pack for his years of service at the UF/IFAS Mid Florida Research and Education Center in Apopka. Local growers tell stories of emailing Dr. Osborne on Sundays about problems they would see while working in their greenhouses, and getting responses to their questions the same day. Always ready to help a grower solve a problem which could otherwise mean thousands of dollars in misspent money or even a crop failure, Dr. Osborne is always available and willing to help. I understand when last years’ recipient, Wayne Mercer of Mercer Botanicals, told Dr. Osborne of this honor, he asked if Wayne was sure he had the right guy. He wasn’t looking for that pat on the back, yet he sure deserves it. Thanks to Farm Credit of Central Florida for sponsoring the luncheon on August 24 in Apopka when Dr. Osborne will be honored. State Senator Alan Hayes will be the keynote speaker. Even if you don’t have a formal event to honor an individual in your chapter, go out and give someone a big pat on the back. Let them know how much you appreciate them for all they do. There are many in each FNGLA chapter who deserve it.

Billy Butterfield, FCLC AmeriScapes Landscape Management Services, LLC (Orlando) ameriscapes-landscape@att.net

To plan for the holiday season, please let FNGLA’s Linda Adams know your party date so we can plan to see as many chapter members as possible. We currently have three on the calendar (listed to the right).

Upcoming FNGLA Chapter Christmas Parties December 4: Treasure Coast Chapter December 10: Action Chapter December 12: Northeast Chapter

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Tapped In, a networking event for young industry professionals, is also on the move in 2015. Club 39 at the Rosen Plaza, one of Orlando’s newest social venues, will be the spot for those 40 years old and younger to meet and begin creating important business connections. This event takes place Friday evening from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Online registration is open. Register now to receive a value-packed price of only $15 for a show badge, giving you access to the industry’s leading companies and most knowledgeable professionals all in one convenient location. Also included with the show badge is a complimentary admission to the Opening Night Reception, admission to Tapped In (for the 40 and under crowd) and trade show only specials. Register now for the best pricing for the The Knowledge College workshops too! The Hilton Orlando is once again the headquarters hotel for The Landscape Show. Book your stay through EventSphere at your earliest opportunity to secure best pricing for your rooms. Added value items, such as a reduced parking rate, reduced resort fee and free wifi are available to those booking through The Landscape Show block. Additional hotel options are available through The Landscape Show housing program.

The Value of FNGLA: More Than the Cost of Membership! FNGLA is a dynamic industry association and a national leader in the nursery and landscape industry made strong through our members involvement. Established in 1952, FNGLA’s efforts benefit many businesses within Florida’s nursery and landscape industry. Our network of people and happenings, professional enhancement opportunities, and money-saving service providers help ignite and fuel our members’ business success. We proudly boast a membership of over 1,800 industry professionals and over 2,000 FNGLA Certified Industry Professionals. FNGLA is managed by a 26 member Board of Directors comprised of member-elected representatives from our active chapters, industry segments, and our statewide officers. Comprised of 16 local chapters geographically located throughout Florida, FNGLA’s strong local chapters are the association’s backbone. Local meetings and events are ideal venues for reaching out to Florida’s nursery and landscape industry, maximizing visibility and creating business opportunities. FNGLA’s two prominent industry marketing events, TPIE and The Landscape Show, provide an ideal platform for industry commerce. FNGLA members are privy to exhibitor discounts which may equal your membership fee. Educational events, held at each show and throughout the year, are ideal times to learn from industry pros and seek out solutions to many of the problems and issues your business faces. And, for nursery and landscape professionals, FNGLA offers five distinct industry certification programs to enhance your business and sharpen your personnel. There’s really a plethora of benefits FNGLA membership brings! If you’re motivated by cost-savings, FNGLA members are enjoying discounts daily from our menu of services. From commercial vehicle discounts, insurance deals and credit card processing discounts to printing, graphics and online marketing assistance, members are saving on services you need and for which you are already likely are paying. Great things are on the FNGLA horizon: we’re implementing a new strategic plan, focusing on technology to enhance our members’ experience and looking at ways to provide even more value to our members. Part of our advancement included opening the distribution of this newsletter to the industry-at-large. You are encouraged to sign-up your firm’s key personnel to receive their own copy: https://www.fngla.org/resources/subscribe/edit.aspx. If you’re already an FNGLA member, we thank you. You can recommend membership to your peers: https://www.fngla.org/ membership/make-a-referral/index.aspx. If you’re not yet a member, joining is easy: https://www.fngla.org/membership/join/ application.aspx. FNGLA membership is an investment in your business’ success and in your industry’s future!

The Landscape Show/SHARE Golf Tournament Swings Over to Shingle Creek What is SHARE? UF’s Institute of Food & Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) has research and education programs that develop new technological advances for the industry through its SHARE program (Special Help For Agricultural Research & Education).

Shingle Creek Golf Course, recognized as one of the top courses in Orlando and located within two miles of the Orange County Convention, is the new home of The Landscape Show/SHARE Golf Tournament. The tournament will take place on Wednesday, September 23, one day prior to the opening of The Landscape Show. Since it began in 1994, The Landscape Show/SHARE tournament has become a favorite event for golfers. Shingle Creek Golf Course offers an exceptional course at a very convenient location for anyone attending The Landscape Show. Shingle Creek Golf Course presents golfers of all levels the chance to play tournament conditions at an affordable rate. The course is known for its large, undulating greens, plush fairways and an abundance of water hazards. Golf registration fee is only $115, a great bargain for this exciting course! Back by popular demand are package prices for mulligans, red tee shots and the Par 3 Challenge. Registration includes green and cart fees and lunch. Awards will be given to the top three teams, closest to the pin and longest drive. This annual fundraiser, hosted by FNGLA’s Allied Division, has raised more than $168,500 since 1994 to benefit the FNGLA Endowed Research Fund at SHARE/UF. Participating in the golf tournament is an excellent way to support the industry while enjoying a morning of sports with colleagues. “The FNGLA/SHARE Golf Tournament provides essential support to equip UF/IFAS to better serve the industry,” noted Dr. Jack Payne, IFAS Senior Vice President. “Due to the generosity of FNGLA members, the tournament’s proceeds are allocated for the FNGLA Research Endowment which annually provides funding to support horticulture research and education. We continue to appreciate our friends at FNGLA.” Sponsorship opportunities are available. Sponsors will receive exposure at the tournament and also at The Landscape Show. Register online to reserve your spot. For more information call FNGLA at 800-375-3642 or email ladams@fngla.org.

FNGLA’s goal is to provide sustainable funding to benefit the nursery and landscape industry. FNGLA’s endowment is worth over $1 million and interest earned from the endowment on an annual basis goes to fund research projects selected by industry members to be conduct by the University of Florida. The State of Florida offers a great incentive for gifts to its state universities. For every $100,000 received into the fund, the state is committed to provide 50% in matching funds (annually appropriated). University of Florida endowments spend only 5% of their annual earnings even if the Foundation’s investments generate a higher return. This protects the investment over time. See the list of FNGLA-funded research projects by year: https://www.fngla.org/ education-and-research/research/search. aspx?framelink=https://www.fngla.org/ education-and-research/research/resinfo. asp?action=search

Support FNGLA’s Efforts It’s easy to show support for FNGLA’s Endowed Research Fund at SHARE: golf in The Landscape Show/SHARE Golf Tourney; be active in FNGLA Chapter events which support SHARE; or, make a direct contribution to the fund. Contact FNGLA’s Linda Reindl at lreindl@fngla. org for details on contributing.

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FNGLA HAPPENINGS Knowledge College Offers Hands-On Training at Landscape Show The Knowledge College features seven unique, handson workshops to generate new ideas and provoke new thinking. A combination of classroom and hands-on instruction will teach real-workplace principles which can easily be applied to your business. Choose one or multiple workshops to build a program tailor-made to meet your needs and sets you, knowledge-wise, above your competitors. Register by September 8 at $60 per workshop. Continuing education units (CEUs) for FNGLA certifications as well as other certifications such as ISA, Landscape Architect and Pesticide Applicator licenses are available for attending. Tree Pruning for Landscape Professionals This three-hour session combines classroom instruction with hands-on demonstrations and showcases the proper pruning principles for landscape contractors and maintenance companies. America’s Most Unwanted: How to Keep the Top 5 Pests Out of Your Landscapes Creating the ideal mix of biological and chemical controls for managing pests in the landscape takes years of experience, not just luck. This workshop provides a hands-on approach to identifying the top 5 most unwanted pests in Florida, understanding application methods and helps you evaluate the costs of using biocontrols vs. traditional spray programs. Getting the Right People on Your Team: Finding, Hiring & Retaining Employees Just as a proactive sales approach attracts and retains the right customers, proactive recruiting attracts and retains the right employees. The best candidate for the job rarely shows up on a company’s doorstep. Recruitment should be a big part of your business practice – actively searching for the ideal team members to fill each role within your organization. Landscape Efficiency Do your trucks and trailers need a redesign? Is your crew constantly losing or misplacing equipment because it is unorganized? This workshop provides you with practical ways to incorporate efficiency into your business. A combination of classroom and hands-on instruction teaches the principles of an efficient and effective workspace which can easily be applied to your business. Pollinator Friendly Practices in the Landscape The U.S. has lost over 50% of its managed honeybee colonies over the past 10 years and some scientists estimate one out of every three bites of food we eat exists thanks to pollinators like bees, butterflies and other insects. In this exciting session, learn more about the many types of pollinators; discover how to minimize damage utilizing friendly maintenance practices; and, gather information on what you can do to promote and protect pollinators in the landscape. Realistic Landscape Designs Award-winning landscape designer, Davis Dalbok will kick off this workshop by sharing his insightful design principles easily applied to Florida’s tropical plant palette. Dalbok takes great care in placing and composing the elements you see in all of his landscape designs. See rockstar designs and re-ignite your passion and pride while keeping it real! Certification Workshop Use the knowledge of an FNGLA certified landscape professional to keep your business on the cutting edge. This workshop highlights some of the key components at a landscape job site and show how to properly execute fertilizer calibration, grading and drainage, plan layouts and irrigation. Learn more about each workshop, including speaker details and times, at www.thelandscapeshow.org!

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Florida Water StarSM Returns to The Landscape Show The Florida Water StarSM Accredited Professional (FWS-AP) program returns to The Landscape Show for the first time in five years, with training taking place the day before the show Wednesday, September 23 and testing the following morning. Florida Water Star is a water conservation certification program for new and existing homes and commercial developments. The FWS Accredited Professional portion of the program trains industry professionals and government employees across Florida in water conservation. FWS-APs can then assist their customers in creating FWS landscapes. FNGLA works with Florida’s Water Management Districts throughout the state to host this comprehensive water conservation program that focuses on Florida-friendly landscape alternatives and irrigation design which can have a major impact on water usage. Continuing education credits are approved for FNGLA Certified Professionals, Registered Landscape Architects, Irrigation Association, and a variety of irrigation licenses. To register, contact Merry Mott (mmott@fngla.org) at FNGLA at 800-375-3642. Complete information about the Florida Water StarSM program can be found at www. floridawaterstar.com or contact Deirdre Irwin, dirwin@ sjrwd.com at the St. Johns River Water Management District.

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FNGLA HAPPENINGS Introduce Yourself to FNGLA’s Certification at The Landscape Show Join certification committee members and FNGLA Certified Professionals for a hands-on look at FNGLA’s certifications during The Landscape Show, September 24-26. Developed by Chairman Gary Weitermann of SeaWorld, this special Certification Showcase engages attendees in plant identification, plan layout, grading & drainage, fertilization and irrigation. These demonstrations mirror actual exam stations, providing insight into FNGLA’s industry certifications and aiding in preparation for the exam. Plan to visit this special Certification Showcase while at The Landscape Show. Learn more about how to bring additional education and professionalism to yourself, your team and your company. Programs included in the display are all five of FNGLA’s certifications, plus Florida Water StarSM and information on training opportunities. For details on FNGLA’s certifications, contact Merry Mott at mmott@fngla.org or call 800.375.3642.

FNGLA’s Certification Showcase is open during The Landscape Show in aisle 1500 adjacent to FNGLA’s Information Center.

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FNGLA HAPPENINGS FNGLA Connects With Future Industry Leaders As students and teachers took their summer breaks to participate in conferences and conventions, FNGLA was there to continue its support of horticulture education – and attract the best and brightest to our industry. In June, the Florida Association of Agriculture Educators hosted its national conference in Orlando. This was the perfect audience to thank those educators who support FNGLA’s Certified Horticulture Professional (FCHP) program and to introduce certification to other agriculture educators. FNGLA proudly sponsored this event. Later, FNGLA participated for its tenth year in the FFA statewide convention. This annual event attracts 6,000 students, teachers and parents for a week of leadership, awards and fellowship. FNGLA sponsored the Teacher Reception and took part in the Career Expo, introducing students to Florida’s nursery and landscape industry through a horticultural trivia game. Thanks to FCLT Sarah Rosen of Leu Gardens for being a part of the Expo. FNGLA was recognized for its sponsorship of the FFA program and FNGLA’s Frontrunners Chapter was presented the prestigious Blue and Gold Award. This award is for outstanding service and commitment to Florida FFA and was presented to Ed Bravo (Big Trees Plantation, Newberry) of the Frontrunners Chapter for landscaping the new FFA headquarters in Gainesville. FNGLA takes part in programs like these to encourage today’s youth to look to Florida’s nursery and landscape industry as a viable career path. For more information on FNGLA’s career development programs, contact Merry Mott at FNGLA or call 800-375-3642.

The prestigious Blue & Gold Award is among the highest honorary awards presented by Florida’s FFA state organization. Its purpose is to recognize individuals and partners who greatly contribute to the advancement of agricultural education and provide outstanding service to the FFA program. At its recent convention held in Orlando, Florida FFA honored FNGLA’s Frontrunners Chapter. FNGLA Secretary/Treasurer and longtime Frontrunners leader Ed Bravo (Big Trees Plantation, Newberry) accepted the award on behalf of FNGLA’s Frontrunners Chapter.

Sarah Rosen, FCLT, (Leu Gardens, Orlando) tests FFA members in their horticulture knowledge.

FNGLA HAPPENINGS FNGLA Showcases Florida’s Nursery and Landscape Industry It’s tradeshow season and FNGLA has been working to represent Florida’s nursery and landscape industry to various audiences at events vital to our member’s business success. Cultivate, in Columbus, OH and the SNA Show, in Atlanta, both brought networking and connecting opportunities with industry members, current and potential exhibitors. SEBC was a chance to connect with the building industry to impress the value of landscapes and also an opportunity to meet new potential show exhibitors. Special thanks to Brantley Nurseries for the plants impacting the builders and to Deb Joneck (Florida Coast Equipment, Boynton Beach). Florida ASLA’s Conference, in Orlando, helps us touch base with the preeminent landscape architects and remind them to attend The Landscape Show. Special thanks to Mark Russell (SeaWorld Orando). As The Landscape Show moves closer, FNGLA will be participating in the Texas Nursery & Landscape Expo in Dallas, TX and the Florida Recreation and Parks Association Annual Conference where FNGLA will be promoting certified professionals.

FNGLA Partners with UF to provide Industry Training Courses Continuing to look for new ways to educate the industry, FNGLA teamed up with the University of Florida/IFAS Extension to help distribute new online courses provided in both English and Spanish. This course runs a four-week period and offers the latest information in nutrient management for containergrown crops. Ideal for growers who can’t get away from the nursery, attendees can learn from the convenience of their own desk top, tablet, or smart phone. Introductory Nutrient Management for ContainerGrown Crops – UF Instructors Paul Fisher and Rosanna Freyre This program is ideal for a grower who does not have formal horticulture education, but has practical experience and is responsible for irrigating and fertilizing greenhouse or nursery crops. This course runs August 25 - September 18 and is offered in English and Spanish. For more details, visit http://backpocketgrower. com/onlinecourses.asp. Interested in registering? The cost is $200 per session. To register for this event, use FNGLA’s customized link: https:// reg.distance.ufl.edu/reg/Activity/Details/ F369DC6C99924BBDA8F1BA192E5BC2B2.

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INDUSTRY NEWS UF/IFAS Citrus Research and Education Center Names New Center Director The University Florida named Michael Rogers as director of the Citrus Research and Education Center in Lake Alfred. He had been acting as interim director since November for the center, which operates under the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences. CREC was established in 1917 after a group of Polk County citrus growers raised nearly $14,000 to purchase some land for a research station. Originally, only a few UF scientists were assigned to the Lake Alfred site, then called the Citrus Experiment Station. Today, CREC employs 250 people and is also home to the scientific research staff of the Florida Department of Citrus. It is the largest facility in the world devoted to a single commodity, citrus. Rogers has a doctorate in entomology from the University of Kentucky and specializes in citrus integrated pest management. He has focused on the Asian citrus psyllid, the insect that carries the bacterium that causes citrus greening, which is threatening to destroy the state’s $10.7 billion citrus industry.

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INDUSTRY NEWS Special Session on Florida Redistricting Rescheduled Leaders in both chambers announced, the Florida Legislature will hold yet another special session October 19 through November 6 to redraw the state Senate district lines. The Florida Supreme Court earlier threw out Florida’s congressional districts and ordered new maps be drawn before the 2016 elections. Unconstitutional political gerrymandering was the call. This directly impacts eight of Florida’s 27 congressional districts as well as any bordering districts. Senate President Andy Gardiner, R-Orlando, and House Speaker Steve Crisafulli, R-Merritt Island, insisted in a memo sent to legislators that the Supreme Court decision “introduced new legal precedent” which would carry over to the state Senate districts and ordered staffers to start assembling the new maps while ensuring legislators and political consultants are kept out of the process. In 2010, voters passed two state constitutional amendments regarding redistricting to ensure less partisan motivations in the process. FNGLA Membesr can expect updates, via Ben’s Bullets, on how this might affect the industry.

10 Years Without a Hurricane: Looking Back to the 2005 Season The 2005 Atlantic hurricane season was the most active Atlantic hurricane season in recorded history, shattering numerous records. The impact of the season was widespread and ruinous with an estimated 3,913 deaths and record damage of about $159.2 billion. A record twenty-eight tropical and subtropical storms formed and a record fifteen of them became hurricanes. Of these, a record seven strengthened into major hurricanes, a record-tying five became Category 4 hurricanes and a record four reached Category 5 strength, the highest categorization for hurricanes on the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Scale. Among these Category 5 storms were hurricanes Katrina and Wilma, respectively the costliest and the most intense Atlantic hurricanes on record. While most people recall the images of New Orleans and its surrounding areas, South Florida was the first U.S. location significantly impacted by this ravenous storm. Then within weeks following Katrina’s devastation, South Florida was impacted again by Wilma, which ranks as the strongest storm of the season, measured 185 mph sustained winds. Florida has escaped the effects of a hurricane these past 10 years and we’ve grown in population by 2.5 million people. In the last few years, the jet stream has dipped over the East Coast, bringing cold and stormy winters — a weather pattern that can draw storms, such as Sandy, up to the Northeast and away from Florida. And while 2015’s season has brought no activity, so far the nursery and landscape industry is particularly vulnerable to wind, water and storm events. El Nino, the warming of the tropical eastern Pacific Ocean, is the main factor in the current storm suppression-- yet nursery and landscape operations should always be vigilant during Hurricane Season. FNGLA has hurricane preparedness information ready for your use: http://www.fngla.org/resources/hurricane/index.aspx.

INDUSTRY NEWS Florida Ag in the Classroom Introduces New Logo Florida Agriculture in the Classroom, Inc. (FAITC) has a new look. The Gainesvillebased non-profit organization has adopted a new logo prominently featuring an orange, Florida’s signature crop. “We wanted a fresh, new look that clearly identified Florida Agriculture in the Classroom as representing our state’s agricultural industry,” said Tamara Wood, the organization’s chairwoman. “What better way to do that than to add an orange to the logo.” FAITC took its cue from the National Agriculture in the Classroom Organization (NAITCO), which recently updated its logo to include an apple, the universal symbol of teachers. “With Florida leading the way in the production of citrus, FAITC board members felt it would be an obvious choice to represent our organization and its roots,” Wood said. FAITC provides Florida teachers and students in kindergarten through 12th grade with learning lessons, materials, workshops, grant money and other items to teach reading, writing, nutrition, science, social studies and more. FAITC’s main source of funding comes from sales of the agriculture specialty license plate nicknamed the ‘Ag Tag.’ The cost of an Ag Tag is $25 above the regular cost of renewing a Florida license plate of which $20 goes to FAITC programs.

Florida Agriculture Financial Management Conference Aims to Strengthen Florida Ag Businesses

Florida’s economy depends to a great degree upon its specialty crop producers, so it is critical these producers have strong financial management skills to proactively manage their risks and identify and capitalize on opportunities to remain competitive and viable in the world marketplace. Taking place August 27 & 28 in Orlando at the Omni Orlando Resort, the 2015 Florida Agriculture Financial Management Conference aims to provide strategies and know-how to strengthen your Florida-based agriculture business. Attendees can expect to receive key take-aways they can immediately implement. • • • •

Examine cash flow analyses, custom reports and real-time technology for a 360-degree look at financial performance. Evaluate the impact of dash boards, benchmarking and cash vs. accrual accounting on business strategy. Maximize daily operations and financial results by utilizing economic indicators and performance metrics. Enhance understanding of financial markets, income tax planning and overall business.

See the conference’s complete agenda: http://www.fafmc.org/agenda. Be a part of this conference! Learn more and register online to attend at www.fafmc.org.

INDUSTRY NEWS Plant-Something.org Directs Nation’s Consumers to Florida Plants

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“Fresh From Florida” represents Florida’s farmers, growers, nursery professionals, ranchers and fishermen who produce some of the highest quality products in the world - and there’s new data to prove so.

Plant-Something.org is a national consumer promotional campaign designed to inspire gardening enthusiasts and then direct them to resources within their state. The site includes promotional videos, information on the value and benefits of plants and landscapes and an easy-to-find map pushing consumers to more localized information. FNGLA is a proud Plant-something.org partner. As this promotion continues to catch fire nationally, FNGLA will steer consumer interest pushed from www.plant-something.org via our consumer website, www.FloridaGardening.org. Plant-Something.org’s video asks consumers to imagine a world without plants or trees in an effort to send the message: plants, trees and landscapes add beauty and value to your property. From the Plant-Something.org website, “When you plant a tree or plant, you get plenty more than just pretty flowers and leaves. While standing there looking gorgeous, flowers, trees and grasses are also busy doing janitorial service on the environment. In urban and suburban settings, vegetation helps reduce storm water runoff, decreases pollutants and suspended solids in surface water runoff, and reduces sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, ozone, carbon monoxide and particulate matter from the air.” “Like” the Plant-Something facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/ PlantSomething, where they have recently celebrated exceeding the 1,000 “friend” mark. Access the video: http://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=plant+ something+video&qpvt=plant+something+video&FORM=VDRE#view=deta il&mid=B4D2C02B596D80B774C2B4D2C02B596D80B774C2

Across the globe, “Fresh From Florida” products can be purchased in 12,357 stores, an all-time record. In Florida alone, more than 1,800 stores carry “Fresh From Florida” products. Representatives from “Fresh From Florida” are working directly with FNGLA to spotlight Florida’s nursery and landscape products both within the state and outside its borders. The “Fresh From Florida” program strives to help Florida’s more than 47,000 farmers sell their products. And it’s obvious demand is growing. If you’re an FNGLA member grower, retailer or landscape professional, FNGLA has enrolled you, so be sure to take advantage of your member benefits: http://www.freshfromflorida.com/DivisionsOffices/Marketing-and-Development/ Agriculture-Industry/Join-Fresh-FromFlorida/Welcome-FNGLA-Members. If you need to enroll, membership in the campaign is just $50: http://www. freshfromflorida.com/Divisions-Offices/ Marketing-and-Development/AgricultureIndustry/Join-Fresh-From-Florida/Sign-UpFor-Fresh-From-Florida. Show your support for Florida’s Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and be active in their efforts!

INDUSTRY NEWS Betrock’s PlantSearch & PLANTFINDER: Easy Ways to Source Material, Promote Your Business Products Betrock’s PlantSearch is a dynamic availability site which combines the unmatched power of the PLANTFINDER and Plant & Supply Locator magazines with over 40 years of successfully connecting buyers and sellers. It is easily accessible from your desktop, mobile phone or tablet. Search products from Live Oaks to Cypress Mulch from growers and suppliers from twenty-nine states across the U.S. as well as Canada. Listings on the site are updated regularly and are listed in order from the most recently updated displayed on top for each size specification. Growers and suppliers get the best benefit by keeping their listings updated in order to provide the most up-to-date information to the buyers using the site. A new and improved PlantSearch site will be released this month. The new site will showcase 4 plants each month along with their corresponding scientific data. Betrock’s PlantSearch Plus, another new highly anticipated feature will be unveiled at The Landscape Show, September 24-26. PlantSearch Plus is a new, easy-to-use Request for Quote (RFQ) system. Its easy to access from your desktop, mobile phone, or tablet. You can send an RFQ to as many vendors as possible in 60 seconds or less. No longer will you have to call every grower listed to find the exact specs you need for your plants! FNGLA Member Benefit: Use Betrock’s PlantSearch online site to increase your exposure to buyers and suppliers. FNGLA members receive an online plant booth at www.plantsearch.com and manage online listings as well as photos for each plant. FNGLA members also receive up to 5 free listings online listings. FNGLA members who are loyal PLANTFINDER advertisers also receive a free PLANTFINDER banner ad as well as 5 free online listings. Searches can be narrowed down to include only members of a particular association, such as FNGLA. PlantSearch. com now currently represents five different nursery and landscape associations and that number is growing. Get started today! Call 800627-3819 or email info@PlantSearch.com to get started today.

Nominations for Ag Woman of the Year Being Accepted The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is now accepting nominations for the 2015 Woman of the Year in Agriculture Award through August 15. Nominees for the award must be at least 25 years of age, be active in the agriculture industry and have resided in Florida for the past 10 consecutive years. In addition, she must have served her community in some professional or civic capacity and have made some unique or outstanding contribution to the agriculture industry. The recipient will be honored at next year’s Florida State Fair in Tampa. For more information about the program, or to download the 2015 nomination application, go to: http://www.freshfromflorida.com/Divisions-Offices/Marketing-andDevelopment/Agriculture-Industry/Agricultural-Awards-and-Honors/Woman-of-the-Year-in-Agriculture-Award.

INDUSTRY NEWS Farm Credit to Honor 100 Leaders as Part of Centennial Celebration Farm Credit announced a nationwide search to identify and honor 100 leaders who are changing the future of rural communities and agriculture for the better. Nominations for the Farm Credit 100 Fresh Perspectives search will be accepted until December 18. “We’re encouraging anyone who has made important contributions to the agriculture industry to apply; whether you’re a producer, or a teacher, or even a chef highlighting locally grown food,” says Sandy Wieber, Senior Vice President of Marketing for MidAtlantic Farm Credit.

Anyone can nominate a deserving individual for the Farm Credit 100 Fresh Perspectives honor.

“Those selected to win the Farm Credit 100 Fresh Perspectives search will be able to showcase their passion and talent for agriculture on the national stage,” says Wieber. “Being on the national committee that organized this search makes me very excited for those chosen to be given this rare opportunity.” MidAtlantic Farm Credit adds that anyone can nominate a deserving individual for the Farm Credit 100 Fresh Perspectives honor. Farmers and ranchers, as well as individuals who represent other agribusinesses, cooperatives, academic institutions, government agencies, community and non-government organizations, are encouraged to apply. The online application can be found at mafc.com/fc100.php.

Farm Credit Returns $3.5+ million to North Florida Members Local farmers are benefitting from a Farm Credit of Northwest Florida patronage refund program returning more than $3.5 million in profits to members this summer. “Our cooperative structure makes it possible for us to impact our agricultural community in a significant and meaningful way,” said Board Chairman Richard Terry, a row crop farmer in Madison County. “This unique, long-standing program is a big part of what distinguishes Farm Credit from other lenders.” Farm Credit of Northwest Florida’s board of directors voted to return a total of more than $5.5 million to its members this year, combined with an additional patronage payout. A total of more than $76 million has been returned to customers since 1988. “We’re delighted the cooperative has continued to perform well year after year and we have had the opportunity to share that success with our customers,” said President and CEO Ricky Bitner. “This kind of profit sharing makes our community stronger and provides a big boost to the farmers we rely on every day to put food on the tables of families throughout Northwest Florida.”

About Farm Credit of Northwest Florida Farm Credit of Northwest Florida is a member-owned financial cooperative headquartered in Marianna, serving 18 counties throughout the Florida panhandle. Farm Credit offers highly competitive credit to meet the financing needs of farmers, agribusinesses, rural landowners and homeowners. For more information about the types of financing available or how cooperative lenders share their profits with borrowers, go to www.farmcredit-fl.com.

CERTIFICATION NEWS Bilingual FNGLA Landscape Exam Set for Davie in October Thanks to FNGLA’s Broward Chapter and the UF Ft. Lauderdale Research Center, a bilingual, combined FNGLA Certified Landscape Technician (FCLT-Installation) and Landscape Maintenance Technician (FCLMT) exam takes place in Davie on Friday, October 16. To assist in preparation for the exam, a special hands-on training day takes place Friday, October 2 at the test site. This day long program is sponsored by the Broward Chapter and is headed up by FCLCs and Certified Judges Robert Shoelson and Rob Pursell of Getting Green Plant Service. Earning an FNGLA certification can increase your knowledge and your professionalism – and that of your staff. For more information, or to register for any of FNGLA’s certification exams, contact Merry Mott at FNGLA at mmott@fngla.org.

Sponsor Highlight

FNGLA is fortunate to have so many supporters who help make our professional certifications the standard for Florida’s nursery and landscape industry. This month we recognize Parrish Nursery in Parkland for its continued support of FNGLA’s South Florida test site. Whenever plants are needed for the exam, there is just one call that needs to be made. Live plant material assures exam applicants can demonstrate their skills in Plan Layout and Plant Identification in a “real-world” setting. Thank you Parrish Nursery!

Shell Point Highlights Certified Professionals With “Wall of Fame” FNGLA member Shell Point Retirement Community believes in education of their employees, and takes it one step further by promoting their teams’ success on a Wall of Fame. This wall of certifications and awards in landscape manager and FCHP Steve Morton’s office, is a visual reminder of Shell Point’s professionalism. In addition to the general industry education they do, Steve believes FNGLA’s Certified Horticulture Professional (FCHP) program is valuable to their organization, helping their employees better understand the complexities of horticulture. Steve says Plant Identification helps his team better know the commonly-grown plants, but, more importantly, it contributes to the ability of all our members to understand their unique special language. “Successful completion of the test is great for an individual’s confidence and helps gain them respect within the team,” Steve explains. “I have observed that employees who have achieved FCHP certification are more likely to autonomously make positive horticulture decisions.” An award-winning retirement resort near the Gulf of Mexico, Shell Point has set the standard for retirement living – with their landscapes taking a major role in its success. Their entire team holds some sort of professional industry designation with 13 FNGLA Certified Professionals on staff!

MEMBER NEWS Jacksonville Zoo Named Among Top 25 Best Zoos in the U.S. TripAdvisor has named the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens as one of the Top 25 Zoos in the United States. TripAdvisor has highlighted the world’s top attractions based on the quantity and quality of reviews and ratings for zoos and aquariums worldwide. “The staff and board of the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens have been working so hard and so long to make our zoo a place the entire community can love and take pride in,” said Tony Vecchio, Executive Director of the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, “This level of recognition, to be considered one of the best zoos in the country, really shows that our efforts have paid off,” said Vecchio. Not only does the Zoo focus on animal care and well being, but the Zoo has also gained significant recognition for the outstanding botanic gardens entwined throughout the animal exhibits and the rest of the Zoo. The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is familiar to many in the industry. The 2013 FNGLA Annual Convention offered an optional tour to the Zoo. It was named an FNGLA Landscape Award Winner in 2012 for its Asian Bamboo Gardens and the Zoo also hosted meetings for the local FNGLA Northeast Chapter.

Weed Recede® Recognized for its Environmental Impact Think Beyond Plastic, a social impact venture that focuses on innovation as a vehicle to combat plastic pollution, recently recognized Weed Recede as their Most Innovative Emerging Business. Bob Hawkinson, Co-Founder of TLC Total Lawn Care, Inc. and inventor of Weed Recede used his more than 30 years experience to develop the product which has the potential impact to eliminate approximately 2 billion plastic bags from the environment. Weed Recede is an all-in-one, soil degradable bioplastic mulch bag that replaces the need to use obsolete petroleum-based packaging for lawn care and landscaping materials that are often non-recycled and end up as an environmental pollutant. Weed Recede’s design also effectively suppresses weeds, reduces the use of herbicides and holds in moisture. “I’ve always disliked the fact that so much of the materials used in lawn care and landscaping are packaged in plastic,” admits Hawkinson, “but historically, the technology has been slow to address the issue of plastic pollution. As of a few years ago, with the introduction of bio-plastics and plant-based materials used in consumer products, it made sense to me to apply this information to my business. Weed Recede represents the next stage in technology that embeds purpose in the packaging. It simplifies the delivery system for installing mulch in a faster, easier, more eco-friendly way that helps to eliminate billions of plastic bags from ending up in the ocean or landfills.”

Bob Hawkinson founded Weed Recede which may eliminate up to 2 billion plastic bags from the environment.

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NEW MEMBERS The Mission of FNGLA FNGLA’s mission is to promote and protect the interests of Florida’s nursery and landscape industry. The following core principles guide the governance and management of FNGLA: Organizational Excellence; Member-Focus; Collaboration and Partnerships; Leadership in Agriculture; and, Continuous Improvement. Don’t just read the newsletter! Be a part of FNGLA!

Welcome New Members FNGLA’s Chapters are organized by county. To find your chapter, locate your location and refer to the chapter name online at http:// www.fngla.org/chapters/index.aspx to determine who to contact locally. 1. Action 2. Big Bend 3. Broward 4. Central East Coast 5. Coastal Springs 6. Miami-Dade 7. Frontrunners 8. Highlands Heartland 9. Polk

10. Manasota 11. Northeast 12. Palm Beach 13. Panhandle 14. Pinellas 15. Royal Palm 16. Space Coast 17. Tampa Bay 18. Treasure Coast

The following are new FNGLA members from June 22, 2015 - July 21, 2015 ACTION US Lawns of Orlando Luis Silva 1127 Coastal Cir Ocoee, FL 34761 407-412-8266

FRONTRUNNERS Wilmot Gardens Elizabeth Diehl (Supportive) 2023 Mowry Rd Gainesville, FL 32610 352-294-5003

Outdoor Lighting Distributors Ryan Goldwire 7703 Kingspointe Pkwy Ste 900 Orlando, FL 32819 407-354-2142

Ryan Dickson (Student) 2550 Hull Rd Rm 1549 Gainesville, FL 32611 772-342-0731

C & C Peat Co., Inc. Brandon White (Associate) 1650 County Rd 470 Okahumpka, FL 34762-3402 352-323-8213 R G L Sales Co., Inc. Suzanne Lawton (Associate) 2454 Wekiva Ridge Rd Apopka, FL 32712-4043 407-889-7255 BROWARD Proscapes Enterprises LLC James McDonnell 1675 N Commerce Pkwy Weston, FL 33326 954-385-1350 Corporate Lawn Services dba The Landscape Nursery Troy Fulford 1032 SW 19th Ave Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312 305-790-2531 Rec’d by: Murphy Dominguez, Triple O Nursery Farms, Inc.

INTERNATIONAL W/A Groundscapes & Contractors Anabelle Fournier PO Box 1209 Guayama, PR 00785 Puerto Rico 787-864-1231 MANASOTA City of Sarasota Frank C. Murray (Supportive) 1774 Dagon Rd Venice, FL 34293 941-322-4193 NORTHEAST Allstar Irrigation, LLC Kenny Hunt 15231 Landmark Cir S Jacksonville, FL 32226 904-422-7827 Rec’d by: Shawn Thomas, Southern Green

EFG Lawns LLC Todd Soling 7019 Tynan Ave Jacksonville, FL 32211 904-312-4738 Rec’d by: Buck Wurster, B & L Landscape Co, Inc. PANHANDLE Pav’R Construction, Inc. Mike Breton 2006 Border St Pensacola, FL 32505 850-470-0282 Pensacola Concrete Construction, Inc. Ben Joyner 550 Royce St Pensacola, FL 32503 850-476-0026 Rec’d by: Tim Dickens, Coastal Machinery Walders Lawn Maintenance Michael Walders 3700 Community Dr Pensacola, FL 32526 850-449-7045 Tree Works Plus, Inc. Don Hurd 5114 Natties Ct Gulf Breeze, FL 32563 850-534-4888 Rec’d by: Keith Sylvest, Coastal Machinery

PINELLAS Fleetmatics R J Arsenault 1255 Cleveland St 3rd Floor Clearwater, FL 33755 727-674-2838 ROYAL PALM Foliage Design Systems SW Florida Simon Brooker 2154 Corporation Blvd Ste B & D Naples, FL 34109 239-455-5513 TAMPA BAY Terra Feed, LLC Buford Creech 402 N Frontage Rd Plant City, FL 33563 941-737-2719 TREASURE COAST Heaton Tree & Turf, Inc. Mark Heaton 6299 SE Ault Ave Stuart, FL 34997 772-219-8559 Rec’d by: Darryl Tackoor, PlantAnt, Inc. Lasting Impression Landcape Inc. Clouse Hobbs 8935 S E Hobe Ridge Ave Hobe Sound, FL 33455 772-285-1820

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August

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ISA Annual International Conference and Trade Show, Gaylord Palms Resort, Kissimmee

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Nursery/Landscape Expo 2015, Hutchison Convention Center, Dallas, Texas

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

18-20:

IGC Chicago, Navy Pier, Chicago

20-21:

Urban Forestry and Green Infrastructure Conference, Gulfport Marriott, Gulfport, MS

24-27:

SUSTA: Horticulture Outbound Trade Mission, The Netherlands

27-29:

Farwest Show, Oregon Convention Center, Portland, Oregon

September 1-2:

Florida Recreation and Parks Association, Orlando

18-21:

Garden Writers Association 67th Annual Symposium, Pasadena, CA

24-26:

The Landscape Show, Orange County Convention Center, Orlando

24-26:

America in Bloom 2015 Symposium, Holland, MI

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GREENLINE EDITOR Jennifer Nelis jnelis@fngla.org

2015-2016 STATE OFFICERS

President Billy Butterfield AmeriScapes Landscape Management Services, LLC PO Box 568762 Orlando, FL 32856-5041 (407) 872-0855

President-Elect Robert Shoelson Getting Green Plant Services & Betrock Information Systems PO Box 840107 Pembroke Pines, FL 33084 (954) 680-1819

Past President Sandy Stein The Jungle Nursery 29100 SW 162 Ave Homestead, FL 33030 (305) 246-5324

Secretary/Treasurer Ed Bravo Big Trees Plantation, Inc. 104 SW 131 St Newberry, FL 32669 (352) 332-2150

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