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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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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,...

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...