CNGA Board Report: Legislative Update – 2022 Session

The Second Regular Session of the 73rd General Assembly convened on January 12th, 2022. With the COVID-19 pandemic making the past two sessions much different, it finally feels like things are getting closer to...

HERE FOR THE MEMBERS: How Did You Come to Believe That?

What is more common these days at a meeting, on social media, or on TV than someone loudly proclaiming the validity of their political views? And someone else responding in kind. Things often escalate...

Member Profile – Jericho Nursery

Jericho Nursery101 Alameda Blvd NWAlbuquerque, NM 87114505-205-5446http://www.jerichonursery.com Interview with Rick Hobson and Jennifer Timms-Hobson, Owners What’s the history of Jericho Nursery? (Rick) For 25 years I worked at Rowland Nursery. By 2005 I sensed an uneasiness within...

Member Profile – Botanical Interests, Inc.

Botanical Interests, Inc.660 Compton StreetBroomfield, CO 80020303-464-6464 http://www.botanicalinterests.com Interview with Curtis Jones, Co-Owner and Co-Founder How did Botanical Interests get started? In high school, I had a teacher who was instrumental in developing my interest in plants. Eventually...

Looking Forward to Serving and Learning

When I was asked to become a Colorado Nursery and Greenhouse Association board member in 1997, I was excited to join such an important organization for our industry. I am now honored to begin...

Board Busy with Interviews, Grant Applications & Funding Decisions

It’s almost here! The Nutrien Agricultural Sciences building (previously named Shepardson) at Colorado State University is set to finish construction and open in spring 2022, and it’s looking great! The new building features a green...

Woody Plant Trials on Colorado’s Western Slope

By James E. Klett, Ph.D. Professor & Landscape Horticultural Specialist Colorado State University As part of our multi-site woody plant trials throughout Colorado, one site is at Orchard Mesa Research Station, now called Colorado State University –...

Growing a Garden of Diversity

Including employees with diverse backgrounds on a company’s staff is not just a matter of providing equitable work opportunities, but it expands a company’s possibilities. People from different backgrounds offer unique perspectives that can...

CHREF Scholarships Help Students Pursue Successful Careers

Past recipients of scholarships from the Colorado Horticulture Research and Education Foundation (CHREF) have a lot in common, especially a commitment to career and personal development. They are thankful for the many opportunities and...

Bioline Agrosciences: Premium Quality Biocontrol Solutions to Growers Worldwide

What type of company is Bioline? With more than 40 years of experience and a solid technological background, Bioline Agrosciences is a renowned world-class player in biological control that specializes in offering premium quality biocontrol...