Photo by Jason Faucera, Clackamas County SWCD Discover ways to save money, reduce pesticide use, and improve the results of pesticide applications at the “Covering Your Assets” workshop on Wednesday, August 13, from 3–9 p.m. at Hans Nelson Nursery (31020 SE Waybill Rd., Boring, Oregon). This hands-on workshop will cover sprayer care, manual and electronic […]
‘The guy who don’t sleep’
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Reporter Eric Mortenson of The Oregonian (Portland, Ore.) has put together a feature story on the remarkable success of Gary Grossen, owner of nursery supplier GK Machine: DONALD — The big thinker in this dozy little town is a guy who can’t sleep. That would be Gary Grossen, the G of GK Machine Inc., a […]
Energy Trust of Oregon steps in with efficiency incentives
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Many nurseries looking to cut their operating costs have found that energy efficiency projects pay strong dividends — particularly when incentives are available to help pay for them. Since 1979, the state of Oregon has offered the Business Energy Tax Credit (BETC) program, which proved to be very popular. Not only did it save businesses […]
Farwest Show 2010 in the books
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The 2010 Farwest Show in Portland, Ore. took place Thursday-Saturday, Aug. 26–28 and by most accounts was a big success! Attendees and exhibitors alike reported a more optimistic vibe on the show floor, and there were many changes made designed to help participants get ahead and stay ahead in the industry. Click below to check […]
Picking the best tool for the job
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Hand tools have been around for many centuries, and despite the proliferation of mechanical and automated equipment, they remain the best way to do many common nursery jobs. How do you pick the best and safest hand tool for any job? This article by Miles McCoy (PDF) from the May 2010 issue of Digger explains […]
New Products Showcase debuts at this year’s Farwest Show
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There are many new things happening at this year’s Farwest Show, Aug. 26-28 in Portland, Ore. One of them is the debut of the New Products Showcase, which is exactly what it sounds like – a showcase for new products from nursery suppliers. This video previews one of the products you can expect to see […]
2010 REAP grants and loan guarantees now available
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It was announced today that applications are being accepted for the Rural Energy for America Program, which is administered by USDA Rural Development. This program offers grants and/or loan guarantees for small businesses, ranchers and farmers who install renewable energy generating systems and energy efficiency improvements. The projects must be located in a rural area. […]
New Products Showcase is added to the 2010 Farwest Show
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Looking for a way to help your target customers find your best and newest products? The 2010 Farwest Show in Portland, Ore. is adding a new feature this year – the New Products Showcase. Think of it as just like the show’s longstanding (and much anticipated) New Varieties Showcase, except that logically enough, this one […]
How are you coping with the wind?
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The winds and the rain hit hard last night, with gusts of 50 mph in Portland, Ore. and 90 mph on the Oregon Coast. How did your nursery fare? And what are you doing to cope with it? Share your misery – drop us a comment.
Researchers look at robots in horticulture
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A consortium of researchers from universities, private industry and the federal government is taking a new look at how robots could be used in specialty crop production. Several heavy hitters are on board, including Carnegie-Mellon University, so this is an effort to take seriously. One such technology already being used in fruit orchards is called […]