Top 12 articles of 2024

Here are the top 12 articles that captured our readers' attention in 2024.

Hold the line!

Charlie Hall urges restraint in his 2024 Economic State of the Green Industry assessment.

University of Maryland graduate student receives 2024 Carville M. Akehurst Memorial Scholarship

The scholarship was established in 2002 by the Mid-Atlantic Nursery Trade Show to honor Akehurst’s significant contributions to the horticulture industry and his commitment to education.

Measuring up

Benchmarking takes the guesswork out of success.

AmericanHort asks members to urge senators to pass Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act

The House of Representatives passed the bipartisan tax package, 357 to 70.

AmericanHort introduces 2024-2025 board members and executive officers

The new board will be installed during the annual AmericanHort business meeting on July 14 at Cultivate’24.

AmericanHort expands DC Advocacy team staff

Matt Mika has assumed leadership of AmericanHort's Washington, D.C.-based advocacy team, transitioning the role from Craig Regelbrugge, who will remain in an executive advisory role. Rachel Pick also joins the team.

AmericanHort HortScholar Program is accepting applications

The program is open to any student currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program with a strong interest in horticulture.

2023 State of the Industry Whitepaper available from AmericanHort

The report offers insight on key issues likely to affect the green industry in 2024.

HRI Leadership Academy applications open for class of 2025

This one-year leadership program is designed to develop the skills green industry leaders need to perform better, grow faster and prepare for the future.

HRI Leadership Academy inaugural class establishes endowment fund; welcomes class of 2024

Over time, the fund will make sure that the HRI Leadership Academy becomes a permanent opportunity for green industry leaders, ensuring a strong future for generations to come.