Greenline Lite, November/December 2011

November - December 2011

Volume 32, Issue 5

Lite A BI-MONTHLY PUBLICATION FOR FNGLA MEMBERS. FULL MONTHLY ISSUE LOCATED AT HTTP://GREENLINE.FNGLA.ORG

TPIE: A Trend-Setting Tropical Escape The Tropical Plant Industry Exhibition (TPIE) starts the business year for buyers and producers of tropical plants and related products. Scheduled January 18 – 20, 2012 at the Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale, TPIE is the tropical escape from colder climates to the sunny shores of Fort Lauderdale, FL. This international event is also a tropical escape to the largest and most diverse marketplace for colorful, exotic and in-demand tropical foliage. The 2012 TPIE continues with the new Wednesday/ Thursday/Friday format which was well received last year.

“TPIE is a brilliant way to start the new business year,” advises TPIE Chairman Charlie Martin, Harold B. Martin, Inc. “This is the show where exhibitors introduce their newest, coolest plants and products.

With more than 400 exhibiting companies, it is the best industry show to find the exciting and colorful plant varieties your customers are going to buy as soon as they see them.”

TPIE is committed to provide buyers and exhibitors a competitive head start by once again starting the show with a complimentary session highlighting consumer and industry trends. This key information can immediately be applied on the trade show floor.

Doug Stephens, president of Retail Prophet, will give TPIE’s audience a look at future consumer trends and their anticipated impacts on both retail and wholesale markets. Doug is the author of Retail Prophet’s Shift 2020 Retail Trends Report and is widely admired as one of the world’s only retail industry futurists. His intellectual work and thinking have influenced many of North America’s best known retailers and brands including Wal-Mart, Home Depot, Hudson’s Bay Company, Disney, Loblaw and Benjamin Moore. Sponsored by Hermann Engelmann Greenhouses and SK/Soendgen Keramik, the TPIE Tropical Trends Opening Session takes place at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, January 18.

TPIE is known for mixing fun with business and 2012 will be no exception. The first day of the show ends with the TPIE Happy Hour, sponsored by Suntory. It moves off the show floor this year to the multi-level convention center grand lobby, where tall walls of glass provide a one-of-a-kind view of the Port Everglades Cruise Port and some of the largest ships in the world.

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Attendees will enjoy drinks, food and unique, tropical entertainment all to the beat of soothing steel drums.

In addition to the TPIE Tropical Trends Opening Session, TPIE offers a broad variety of educational opportunities for attendees.

Keeping with its tropical escape theme, TPIE is bringing back its hugely popular Tropical Shirt Day. Wear a tropical shirt the first day of the show and be part of the fun. Stop by the FNGLA booth wearing your tropical shirt and enter to win show prizes! For TPIE details including the schedule of events, visit www.TPIE.org!

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PRESIDENT’S LETTER

Halsey Beshears FNGLA 2011-2012 President

Every company today that has been in business for any amount of time knows you must have a plan. Some leaders are better than others when it comes to planning.

There are those who have the innate ability to conceive and execute strategy. They are able to create plans that encompass short term goals (2 to 6 milestones in 6-12 months) and long term goals (1 to 3 milestones in 3-5 years) and lay out meticulous steps to achieve these measures.

Then you have leaders who take more of a macro point of view and focus on the broader issues (3 to 5 years out) rather than short term issues. With lesser regard for short term goals, these leaders are not worried about the here and now, rather they concentrate their efforts on larger (yet fewer) milestones in the future.

With both types of thinkers, businesses can thrive. However, there are two critical components for these types of thinkers to recognize in order for them to be truly successful: communication and execution.

Communication is part one of the equation. By communicating the plan to your internal leaders, managers and employees, you build consensus. When you empower your people and let them know your thoughts as to what direction you see the company going, they are not only your greatest advocates; they are the people who will ultimately see the milestones reached. As a leader, you need to constantly communicate and remind your people of the goals at hand. It is always easy to lose sight of the forest for the trees ahead.

For example, a company recently went through a strategic plan building process. One of the chief complaints from the internal managers and leaders throughout the exercise was communication was neither constant nor consistent. Based on past experiences within the company, the managers saw this as a serious obstacle for the company to overcome. Despondent by these findings, the CEO of the company asked, “How is this possible?” Communications were always being delivered (in his own eyes) via meetings or email. The moderator responded by saying that communication is always found to be a common complaint among employees. The lesson learned: you can never communicate enough. Walk up to one of your business employees right now and ask, “What are our company’s goals for this year (next year, 3 years, 5 years or however long)?” If you get a blank, dull, stare back or that deer-in-theheadlights look, perhaps you are not communicating efficiently or well enough.

The second part of the equation and, equally as important, is execution. A company may have the best plan in the world, yet without constantly revisiting it, modifying it to the current situation, and following through on it, a plan is worthless. Everyone

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has heard the saying, “plan your work, and work your plan.” Yet, too often, leaders fail to respond to critical moments during the business cycle. In larger companies, it is difficult to stay nimble, make adjustments on the fly and adapt to challenging situations.

99.9% of businesses in the United States have fewer than 500 employees. Two percent of businesses in our country gross over $10 million annually. That means most of us are small enough to adapt on the fly and change with the times. Technology today enables us to make appropriate changes and implement them faster than years past. So, really, most companies have the flexibility to modify their plans when the situations dictate. This does not mean abandon all hope and toss your strategy out the window. Leaders learn to roll with the punches and keep the ship on course. The bottom line is: don’t fall in love with your plan. Tweak it, modify it, communicate the changes with your employees and execute.

It is always fulfilling to see your plan succeed from start to finish.

The volunteers and team of professionals who run FNGLA daily are great examples of planning your work and working your plan.

Just recently, The Landscape Show took place in Orlando. For those of you who missed it, the layout was improved from years past allowing for a more consistent traffic flow. With fewer booths, vendors and attendees, the show would be a disaster if the committee and staff continued doing the same thing as years past.

Yet, by paying attention year-in and year-out to trends, listening to buyers and exhibitors, the committee and staff delivered a truly efficient and solid event. The aisles seemed busier and there was more buzz in the room. The overall perception was the trade show was well attended and more positive than previous trade shows.

This is the result of great planning, adaptation and execution to a well laid-out strategy.

So, if you don’t have a plan for your business, find the time to start the process of building one. Gather the leaders and thinkers within your company and start to craft a strategy that works for your company. It does not matter what size company you are, everyone needs some type of plan. During these tumultuous economic times, it is critical to have a focus and direction for your business and your employees. Communicate the plan with your people and then see it through. Good luck!

Very Respectfully, Halsey W. Beshears FNGLA President halsey@simpsonnurseries.com http://web.sba.gov/faqs/faqIndexAll.cfm?areaid=24

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FNGLA HAPPENINGS Find New Business Strategies at The Great Southern Tree Conference Growth, Change, Progress are all key words that will be heard throughout the 2011 Great Southern Tree Conference. While the industry has certainly changed in the last ten years and is being reshaped by the economy, the conference remains committed to educating the entire tree industry and aims to enhance the business knowledge of tree producers throughout the Southeastern United States. Mark your calendars for November 30 – December 2, 2011 and plan to be in Gainesville, FL. Known for its strong roots in production techniques, this year’s conference also features marketing and business strategies, growth projections and research on pests, water and tree evaluations. Attendees will be provided with valuable take-a-ways to use instantly in their businesses.

The conference offers key opportunities to interact with industry partners who will be showcasing the latest products and services available to the tree segment of our nursery and landscape industry. Choose now to join industry professionals who have already chosen to be partners of this year’s event. Each year, 80% of the conference partnership funds are used to support the maintenance and research component of the demonstration site. Industry support is vital to the continuation of research and education for the tree industry.

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FNGLA HAPPENINGS It was Full Sail Ahead at The Landscape Show!

FNGLA Mourns Founder Death

It was Full Sail Ahead at The Landscape Show as more than 6,600 nursery and landscape professionals gathered at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL, September 29 – October 1.

Considered the largest business-to-business event for Florida’s nursery and landscape industry, The Landscape Show showcased more than 400 companies in 762 exhibit booths.

The Landscape Show was an optimistic venue for industry professionals not only to do business and learn from one another, but also to find new ideas and resources, and become inspired and encouraged. The show was a spectacle of towering palms and trees, new and unusual fruit trees, flowering shrubs, herbaceous plants and annuals, tropicals, turf and more. Add to that all the supplies needed for nursery production, landscape design, installation and maintenance, as well as garden center supplies and services. It was easy to see The Landscape Show offered something for everyone commercially involved in nursery products and landscape services.

Roy Rood was a pioneer in Florida’s nursery and landscape industry, establishing Rood Landscape Co. in Jupiter, FL

The Landscape Show will take place September 27-29, 2012 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL.

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as one of Florida’s premier landscape businesses. Roy was a believer in the future and offered his company as training grounds for many young people who went on to become landscape industry leaders in their own right.

Roy received countless honors and recognitions for his service to his community and the industry. Highlights include FNGLA’s Wendell Butler Award and induction into FNGLA’s Hall of Fame.

Most recently, Roy was named an honorary member of the American Society of Landscape Architecture (ASLA) in recognition of his many years of influence which provided notable service to the profession of landscape architecture.

He was FNGLA President in 1958-59.

Preceded in death by his longtime wife Patricia, Roy will be missed by the many, many lives he touched.

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INDUSTRY NEWS FNGLA Partners and Promotes at USGBC’s Greenbuild & Beyond For a third consecutive year, FNGLA partnered with the National Foliage Foundation and Green Plants for Green Buildings to showcase interior plants as an element of healthy building interiors at Greenbuild, the U.S. Green Building Council’s annual trade event.

Held October 4 – 7 in Toronto, the event brings together over 25,000 of the nation’s green-thinking builders and a concentration of LEED accredited professionals. Linda Reindl and Jennifer Nelis (from FNGLA’s professional staff), Joy Dorst, FNGLA’s Green Consultant and “Project Carbon” Researcher Dr. Bodie Penisi, Associate Professor at the University of Georgia were on hand to talk both science and plants with show attendees.

In the past three years of industry involvement, we’ve secured both a place FNGLA was a visible presence at the USGBC’s holder in the International Green Construction Code (IGCC) for interior tradeshow, Greenbuild, promoting the science plants and have successfully secured a pilot credit for plants in the LEED point behind plants as part of healthy interior rating system. While these steps have been relatively “behind the scenes,” their environments. implications are paving the way for wider main-stream use of plants in interior settings. The LEED point rating system’s formula for interior plants, in its most basic calculation, tabulates one houseplant per 100 square feet. Clearly, there is significant activity and immense benefit to the industry’s foliage producers and interiorscape professionals. Stay tuned for updates on additional LEED-oriented happenings!

Nurseryman Among Four FDACS & Florida Agriculture Hall of Fame Foundation 2012 Inductees Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam and the Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame Foundation announced four Florida agricultural leaders will be inducted into the Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame. The Agricultural Hall of Fame recognizes men and women who have made outstanding contributions to the state’s agriculture industry.

“The 2012 Florida Agriculture Hall of Fame inductees were chosen not only for their commitment to improving their own craft through technology and innovation, but also for their willingness to share these advancements with the industry as a whole,” said Commissioner Putnam. “I commend each of these Floridians for their contributions to the agriculture industry and our state.”

This year’s inductees include longtime industry and FNGLA member Robert Fuchs, Homestead, FL. Fuchs is a premier orchid grower in South Florida and owner of R F Orchids, Inc. His efforts helped place Florida’s orchid industry in the international spotlight and brought recognition to Miami-Dade County for its unique agricultural attractions. Among his many accomplishments, Robert has been referred to as the Orchid King and involved with the American Orchid Society for many years.

The other three distinguished receipents are: Laurence P. Cutts, Chipley, FL: third-generation beekeeper Gerald Mixon, Winter Haven, FL: blueberry producer Sidney L. Sumner, Bartow, FL: cattleman

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10/28/2011 2:39:45 PM

CERTIFICATIONS

FCHP Training Classes Start 2012 with an Educational Bang!

Training classes for FNGLA’s Certified Horticulture Professional (FCHP) begin in January and February across Florida.

These courses prepare students to sit for the FCHP exam while providing general horticulture information and connections.

CLERMONT: This preparatory course is an excellent general horticulture course that can also be used to prepare for the FCHP exams. Bob Carlisle offers Introduction to Horticulture at the South Lake Campus of Lake Sumter Community College. Contact Bob Carlisle or contact LSCC admissions at 352-243-5722 for more information.

FT. PIERCE/PORT ST. LUCIE: At Indian River State College, Ann McMullian offers an FCHP prep class beginning in January. The class is scheduled for evenings. Contact Ann McMullian at 772-336-6211.

JACKSONVILLE: This 10-week course is designed to assist landscape and pest control professionals in preparing for the FCHP exams. Join Erin Harlow at the University of Florida Duval County Extension at 1010 N. McDuff Avenue in Jacksonville. Contact Erin Harlow at 904-387-8850.

NAPLES: This practical training course is designed to help the working horticultural professional and also provide preparation for the FCHP exam. Join Bob Cook Thursday nights at Eagles Nest Academy at 6920 Immokalee Road, 1 mile east of I-75. Contact Bob Cook at 239-734-0212.

OCALA: Join Kathleen Patterson at the College of Central Florida for FCHP instruction. This class is set up in a twosemester format to maximum learning opportunities. Contact Loren Carr at the college, 352-854-2322, ext. 1496.

ONLINE: If a traditional class is not offered in your area – or you prefer online learning – take advantage of an online FCHP class via Magnolia Grex and Associates. This 8-week class is accessible day or night online and prepares you for the FCHP exam. Contact Gale Allbritton at 850-933-9545 or visit www.magnoliagrex.com for details.

ORLANDO: Get horticulture instruction while preparing for the FCHP exam with Ken Howell beginning January 19th. The 12-week course takes place each Thursday evening from 6:30 to 9:30 at AmeriScapes Landscape Management in Orlando. Contact Ken Howell at 407-365-8339.

PALM BEACH GARDENS: FCHP has returned to Palm Beach State College! In addition to certification exam preparation, horticulture training is offered in many areas, including soils, weeds, pest management, natives and landscape management. Contact George Rogers at 561-207-5052 for additional details.

PLANT CITY: FCHP training is offered at the Hillsborough Community College Plant City Campus through the Institute of Florida Studies. Contact Sean Nordquist at 813-757-2186 to learn more.

Classroom instruction across Florida helps prepare industry and students alike for FCHP certification.

SPRING HILL: These FCHP classes at the Pay It Forward Farm provide training for industry professionals and those planning to enter the industry. In addition, extra instruction is provided by the University of Florida Extension in BMPs and pesticide licensure. Contact Christine Collins at the Pay It Forward Farm at 813-966-7448 for more information.

ST. PETERSBURG: Join Pinellas Technical Education Center for an FCHP prep class. This class is one of several offerings of PTEC, so be sure to contact them to learn about their day class and other industry courses. Contact Bonnie Desmond or Greg Charles at 727-893-2500, ext. 1101 for more details.

For more information on the FCHP program, contact Merry Mott at FNGLA at 800-375-3642. For information on the FCHP training classes, contact the individuals listed above.

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10/28/2011 2:39:48 PM

NEW MEMBERS

Welcome New FNGLA Members The following are new FNGLA members from August 22, 2011 - October 21. 2011 ACTION Teresa Watkins, Supportive 208 E Harvard St Orlando, FL 32804-5561 407-760-3966

DisTREEbutors, Inc. Marcos Urra 820 NW 87th Ave 402 Miami, FL 33172-3452 305-551-8208

Groundworks of Palm Beach County, Inc. Diane Roberts 8140 93rd Ln S Boynton Beach, FL 33472-4402 281-330-3179

Vermeer Southeast Todd Ver Steeg 4401 Vineland Rd Orlando, FL 32811-7179 407-648-1145

Koenpack, USA Monique Logtenberg 1530 NW 98th Ct Ste 104 Miami, FL 33172 305-513-3375

PINELLAS Dustin Hansen, Student 321-693-4686

City of Tavares Timothy Ernst, Supportive Perry Ragin, Supportive 201 E Main St Tavares, FL 32778-3807 352-516-3496

Klasmann-Deilmann Americas Inc. Martin Nugteren 1150 Kane Concourse Ste 400 Bay Harbor Island, FL 33154 305-397-8498 Referred by: Joseph C Roberts, ForemostCo., Inc.

Agri-Carts/A Complete Assembly, Inc. Steve Daugherty PO Box 39 Mascotte, FL 34753-0039 352-429-5275 MasterPay USA Debbie Sonntag 8879 W Colonial Dr. #154 Ocoee, FL 34761-6956 407-374-1665 University of Central Florida Barbara Brown, Supportive 4000 Central Florida Blvd Bldg 16A Orlando, FL 32816-3600 407-823-4760 Robinson Outdoors Patrick Gerry 3852 LB McLeod Rd Orlando, FL 32805-6621 407-423-5678

HIGHLANDS HEARTLAND Gotsch’s Nursery Louis Gotsch 9680 Payne Rd Sebring, FL 33875-9421 863-382-1190 T & C Tree Farm, Inc. Charles Lanfier 1529 Farm Rd Sebring, FL 33876-6632 863-446-0350 LAKE REGION Doublethumb Growing Solutions Anna Coco 3948 Templeton Rd Lake Wales, FL 33898-8891 863-605-1855

I Q Power LLC Lloyd Notley 3977 Saint Johns Pkwy Sanford, FL 32771 407-585-1018

MANASOTA Naturali Pro Florida LLC Ali Tahiri 7350 S Tamiami Tr #90 Sarasota, FL 34231 941-356-4100 Referred by: Robert Albritton, Albritton’s Nursery

Pro One Video-LeGrand Media Group, Inc. Lisa LeGrand 8520 Pocasset Place Orlando, FL 32827 407-852-0788

John Wheeler Landscape Inc. John Wheeler 910 Alameda Ln Sarasota, FL 34234-7315 941-957-3034

CENTRAL EAST COAST Randall Sand Company, LLC Kim Shoup 4988 Old Blue Ridge Rd Edgewater, FL 32141-6969 386-689-8652

Landscapes By Aaron Aaron Albritton 4241 Proctor Rd Sarasota, FL 34233-4005 941-356-2394 Referred by: Robert Albritton, Albritton’s Nursery

Quality Green Specialists, Inc. Dana Venrick PO Box 530221 DeBary, FL 32753-0221 386-837-3878 Aaron Toli, Student 727-204-9009 COASTAL SPRINGS FCC Coleman Medium C. Lynn Shurette, Supportive 808 Spruce St Inverness, FL 34452-6440 352-689-5241 DADE Foliage Plants Inc. Felix Duque 20301 SW 280th St Homestead, FL 33031-3227 786-295-7813

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NORTHEAST Weed Recede Bob Hawkinson 6655 Blanding Blvd Jacksonville, FL 32244 904-699-0046 Cynthia Burns, Student 904-399-5543 Horticultural Concepts, Inc. Michael Dudek 11111 Oakdale Rd Boynton Beach, FL 33437-1626 561-315-2136 Signature Staffing, Inc./Impact Staff Leasing Lynn Brigman 250 W Indiantown Rd Ste 108 Jupiter, FL 33458-3549 561-309-3182

ROYAL PALM Andablade Commercial Lawn Care, Inc. Jacqui Stephenson 23411 Harborview Rd Port Charlotte, FL 33980 239-415-0008 Referred by: Matt Fleming, Steele Truck Center, Inc. Everyday Maintenance, Inc. Dino D’Angelo 6900-29 Daniels Pkwy Ste 310 Ft. Myers, FL 33912 239-243-1655 Referred by: Ken Sposato, Steele Truck Center, Inc. Barbot Property Solutions, LLC Kevin Barbot 1618 SW 6th Ave Cape Coral, FL 33991-3420 239-823-7855 Referred by: John Schwind/Steele Truck Center, Inc. Hazeltine Nurseries, Inc. Richard A. Harrison, Associate 2401 N River Rd PO Box 236 Venice, FL 34284-0236 941-485-1272 Referred by: Stephen Hazeltine, Hazeltine Nurseries, Inc. Bio Green USA, Inc. Bradley Huff 454 Golfview Dr Naples, FL 34110-1122 TAMPA BAY Esterline Landscape Company Inc. Phillip Budworth 3210 Sydney Rd Plant City, FL 33566-1179 813-900-3564 M & J Nursery Growers, Inc. Jesus Gonzales 3009 Medulla Rd Plant City, FL 33566-4503 813-716-2975 TREASURE COAST South Florida Grassing, Inc. Homer C. Greene PO Box 725 Hobe Sound, FL 33475-0725 772-546-4191 FeedOurPlanet.Com Inc. Peter Michie 861 SW Lakehurst Dr. Ste 4 Port St Lucie, FL 34983-2462 561-594-2052 Husqvarna Professional Products Inc. Darren Eastma PO Box 8066 Hobe Sound, FL 33475 786-999-5498

INTERNATIONAL Foundation MPS Ronald van den Breevaart PO Box 533 Honselersdijk, 2675 31-174-633-696 Pro Tech Engineering, Inc. David Head 19 Martha St Hawkesville, ONT N0B 1X0 519-699-5990 OUTSIDE FLORIDA Chevrolet Kelli Sheffler Jack Morton Worldwide 11700 Great Oaks Way Ste 225 Alpharetta, GA 30022 313-596-9256 Denny’s Best Fertilizer Mike Jenks 6851 Roswell Rd Unit M2 Sandy Springs, GA 30328 678-755-1959 Ernst Benary of America, Inc. (Benary) Scott Hanes 267 Osprey Dr Pell City, AL 35128 334-734-4890-Cell Garden Works Curt Bingham 13215 SE 30th St Bellevue, WA 98005 Referred by: Austin Bryant/Heart of Florida Greenhouses, Inc. Harbor Products Rescue Tape Niishia Hysaw 630 S Pacific Ave #112 San Pedro, CA 90731 702-953-0968 Midwest Tropicals, Inc. Cori Zabrodsky 747 Church Rd Ste G5 Elmhurst, IL 60126 630-451-0101 P N C Bank Emily Brouwer 171 Monroe Ave NW Mail Stop Z2-B700-04-1 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 616-771-8866 Shady Grove Plantation & Nursery, Inc. Mike Walsh 3030 Charleston Rd SW Orangeburg, SC 29115-9638 803-534-5683 Southern Strapping Systems Clayton Johnson 1900 Parrish Dr Rome, GA 30161 813-850-7778 Stokes Ladders, Inc. Jerry Hook PO Box 445 Kelseyville, CA 95451 707-279-4306

Elizabeth K. Lopitz, Student 772-485-0367 Elizabeth Calise, Student 772-501-5693 Clifford Campbell, Student 772-398-7732

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November Farm City: Farm to Table Locally-Grown Dinner, Kissimmee

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2011 Florida Grower Symposium, Wesley Chapel

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OFA Grow & Sell For Profit Conference, Raleigh/Durham

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16: Green Industries Best Management Practices (BMPs) Training, St.

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December The Great Southern Tree Conference, Gainesville

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2011 Florida Grower

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OFA Grow & Sell For Profit Conference, Raleigh/Durham

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16: Green Industries Best Management Practices (BMPs) Training, St.

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January MANTS: Mid-Atlantic Nursery Trade Show, Baltimore

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Tropical Plant Industry Exhibition (TPIE), Ft. Lauderdale

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2011-2012 STATE OFFICERS

President Halsey Beshears Simpson Nurseries P.O. Box 160 Monticello, FL 32345 (850) 997-2516

Past President Carolan Mahr Ted Mahr Supply, Inc. 407A SW 2nd St Cape Coral, FL 33991 (239) 574-2214

President-Elect Wes Parrish Parrish Nursery 5900 SW 185th Way Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33332 (954) 680-3544 Secretary/Treasurer Mike Marshall Marshall Tree Farm 17350 SE 65th St Morriston, FL 32668-4508 (352) 528-3880

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