GreenCO once again proved its influence under the gold dome this legislative session. Working closely with its lobbying team at Hicks & Associates, the coalition monitored dozens of bills and led targeted advocacy on legislation that directly impacted Colorado’s green industry.
From protecting the qualified workforce for backflow prevention (HB25-1077) to shaping turf restrictions in new residential developments (HB25-1113), GreenCO...
Gratitude is the word that best describes the incredible support CHREF has received from the nursery and greenhouse community! This year’s Industry Celebration raised over $15,000 in support of CHREF’s mission to advance horticulture education and research.The CHREF Board of Directors have selected several research proposals for funding. These include an industry economic impact study, research on compounds aimed...
April 22, 2025
CNGA and GreenCO applaud passage of SB25-128
On Monday, the Colorado House passed SB25-128 with a 53-11 vote. The bill eliminates the "key service provider" language originally included in SB21-087 (Ag Workers’ Rights). Agricultural organizations across the state, including the Colorado Nursery & Greenhouse Association (CNGA), have long contended that these provisions were unconstitutional, citing a Supreme Court...
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
A Shady Deal
In the 40’s, 50’s and 60’s, Polyethylene shade cloth tarps...
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...
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
Erika YeagerLafayette, CO
Bountiful FarmsTiffanie BakerWoodburn, OR
Miguel SandovalGlenwood Springs, CO
Beneficial InsectaryJasmine HortonRedding, CA
CardConnectDavid HughesSavannah, GA
Evan PanterFt. Collins, CO
Brookstone...
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...
