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For the first time ever, your CNGA Board of Directors has approved a negative income budget for the year. 2021 will push the nonprofit income negatively into the six figures mark. Why, you might ask?  First and foremost, our income from ProGreen was projected to be approximately one third of what it typically is. ProGreen, along with membership dues, is a major source...

Welcome to Branches of the Past, an ongoing collection of short stories that highlight the history, camaraderie and memorable moments in CNGA history, as told by CNGA members. These memories reflect the deep roots and strong connections that have shaped our association. Submitted by Stan Brown, Alameda Wholesale Nursery The Consolidated Nurseries of Colorado In about 1950, the United States started building...

March 19, 2025 In general, the 2025 legislative session has been favorable for our industry. Bills which GreenCO has objected to have been amended or are facing widespread opposition, and bills which GreenCO supports have generally been winding their way through the process successfully. SB25-128, Agricultural Worker Service Providers Access Private Property, passed out of the House Ag committee on March...

On the Hunt: Foraging for Fruits through the Year Keith Williamson Sometime back in the 1990s, I started making some jams and jellies. I don’t remember what gave me the initial push to do so, but I expect that it started with me seeing ripe chokecherries during a weekend visit with family at their mountain cabin near Salida, Colorado. Since then, I’ve...

By Glenda Mostek GreenCO has been busy the past few weeks, hosting the Green Power luncheon and testifying in committee meetings, as well as following new bills being filed.  Thank you to CNGA members who contributed to the GreenCO fundraising effort to help pay for our lobbyists: Green Spot Inc., Blooma Farms ,Arbor Valley Nursery, Hardy Boy/Welby, Alameda Wholesale Nursery, DBC Irrigation, CPS Distributors, Little Valley Wholesale Nursery, Savatree, and Gulley Greenhouse. It is not too late to donate to the cause! Reach...

Welcome to Branches of the Past, an ongoing collection of short stories that highlight the history, camaraderie and memorable moments in CNGA history, as told by CNGA members. These memories reflect the deep roots and strong connections that have shaped our association. Kicking off the series, we’re excited to share a story from Stan Brown of Alameda Wholesale Nursery. Enjoy...

NEW MEMBERSKuenzi Turf & NurseryZach KuenziSalem, OR Nordic GardensHeather BeckerCarbondale, CO Calabrese Greenhouse Inc.Joseph Calabrese IIArvada, COMatt Karau Lone Tree, COKris Pendleton Boulder, CO Shady Grove HorticultureJason ShimmelErie, CO Calli FerberPalisade, CO Sara PainterThornton, CO Basys ProcessingAdam MesseroleLenexa, KS Camelot GardensSheree WannerMontrose, CO Mountain States Wholesale NurseryDavid WilleyLitchfield Park, AZ

The Colorado Horticulture Research and Education Foundation (CHREF) extends its heartfelt gratitude to Gary Epstein for his many years of dedicated service to the board and the horticulture industry at large. As Gary transitions into full retirement from the CHREF board, we celebrate his enduring contributions and the profound impact he has made on our community. Gary is the retired...

By Hicks & Associates  The First Regular Session of the 75th General Assembly began on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. Opening day featured speeches from leadership in both the House and Senate. Following the recent election, there was one notable change in top leadership: Senator James Coleman, a Democrat from Denver, is the new Senate President. Both President Coleman and Speaker...

New CNGA Board Members Elected for 2025 We’re excited to welcome Brian Austin and Katelynn Martinez to the Colorado Nursery & Greenhouse Association (CNGA) Board of Directors! Each of these individuals brings unique skills, expertise, and passion to our organization, and we’re thrilled to have them join us in shaping the future of horticulture. In addition, several of our existing...

By Julie Echter, CNGA Incoming Board President It is both an honor and a privilege to step into the role of President of the Colorado Nursery & Greenhouse Association this year. As someone who has grown up immersed in the green industry and has witnessed its evolution, I am deeply inspired by the opportunity to serve this incredible community of...