The Oregon Association of Nurseries is saddened to report the passing of Evelyn Schmidt, the cofounder of J. Frank Schmidt & Son Co., a wholesale tree nursery based in Boring, Oregon. She died July 6, 2017 at the age of 96.
Meet the Leader: Darcy Ruef
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From retail sales to scholarships, this third-generation nurserywoman keeps her eye on the bottom line.
Meet the Leader: Josh Robinson
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The OAN’s new Membership Chair looks to capitalize on his experiences networking with the new generation of horticulture professionals.
Oregon Nurseries’ Hall of Fame now accepting nominees
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The Oregon Association of Nurseries is now accepting nominations for the Oregon Nurseries’ Hall of Fame. Nominations are due January 13, 2017 and can be submitted online. The Oregon Nurseries’ Hall of Fame was established to honor and recognize individuals who have been instrumental in the development of the Oregon nursery industry, have brought credit […]
OAN honors the industry’s best at President’s Awards Banquet
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The Oregon Association of Nurseries recently honored several members for their outstanding achievements and service to the nursery industry. These awards were announced at the annual OAN Convention November 4–5, 2016 at Sunriver Resort in Sunriver, Oregon.
Meet the Leader: Mark Leichty
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OAN state board representative Mark Leichty talks sedums, social media and his keys to success.
Member Profile: J Farms LLC
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Nursery owners Jenni Burkhead and Jim Lewis specialize in hand-grafted conifers and Japanese maples.
Meet the Leader: Denece Messenger
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Get to know the 2016 Farwest Show chairwoman
and CEO of Decorative Bark Inc.
Seeds for the future
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The Oregon Nurseries Foundation supports incoming or continuing college students who are preparing for careers in ornamental horticulture and related fields
Meet the Leader: Anthony Kinen
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Four years ago, Anthony Kinen gave up a promising career to take over his father’s farm — but he isn’t looking back.