CNGA Annual Awards Honor the Best in the Business
Each year, CNGA recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to CNGA and the industry. Awards are presented during the Industry Celebration which takes...
How to Read Financial Statements
Part 2 of 3 – The Income Statement
Moving on from the Balance Sheet (featured in the previous issue of NewsLeaf), go to the Income...
Tree Expert Dan Burcham, Ph.D., Joins CSU
Daniel Burcham, Ph.D., joined CSU’s Horticulture and Landscape Architect (HSA) department about 1.5 years ago as the university prepared for the retirement of Jim...
How to Read Financial Statements
Part 1 of 3 – The Balance Sheet
Like reading any book, start at the beginning, and I believe the beginning of financial statements is...
2023 Legislative Report
The First Regular Session of the 74th General Assembly adjourned on May 8th. A full detailed report by Hicks & Associates on the activities...
The True Value of a Tree
A common question from customers, both retail and landscape contractors, is “Why are trees so expensive?” On the surface, it is a difficult question...
2026 Colorado General Assembly Convenes
The Second Regular Session of the 75th General Assembly convened on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. Opening day featured the traditional remarks from leadership in...
Creating Desirable Outdoor Living to Maximize Property Values
It’s no secret Coloradans love the outdoors. Outdoor living spaces are important for Colorado homes. While there is no one-size-fits-all answer to creating the...
Training for CNGA members – Certification and Beyond
The Colorado Nursery and Greenhouse Association (CNGA) has always held education, training, competence, and professionalism in high regard. The mission statement is: “CNGA creates...
CDA Bugged by Japanese Beetle and Spotted Lanternfly This Summer
Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) Seed and Nursery programs had a busy summer with some new developments. Not only do I want you to...


















