Nature Linked to Longer, Healthier Lives The conversation about nature, green spaces, and even houseplants’ abilities to wash away stress and anxiety and heal physical ailments has been gaining momentum for years, but Charlie Hall, Ph.D., professor, and Ellison Chair in International Floriculture in the Texas A&M Department of Horticultural Sciences, is organizing to bring it to the forefront for a nation in crisis. Read More |
Overcoming These Six Poinsettia Pests Poinsettia, Euphorbia pulcherrima, is widely grown in greenhouses throughout the U.S.A., and like many greenhouse-grown horticultural crops, poinsettias are susceptible to a number of insect and mite pests.It is crucial growers effectively manage insect and mite pests on poinsettias, especially before bract formation, because very few insecticides and miticides are labeled for poinsettias when in bract Read More |
Prevent Winter Accidents in Your Greenhouse As the year ends, you’re likely fulfilling customer orders and preparing for 2024. However, one common hazard could interrupt your team’s plans with winter fast approaching. Slips, trips, and falls are a year-round risk. Yet, they can become even more prevalent when snow, ice, and wet surfaces are present Read More |
Center Pivot Checks As the growing season unfolds, periodic drive-by checks become invaluable, especially when crops are still in the early stages. When doing a drive-by check, there are a few different types of indicators that can be helpful in making a quick decision about how well a center pivot is working. That is, in a drive-by, you can directly see if a system is operating and moving correctly or in need of repair Read More |
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Upcoming Events
December 6, 2023
Region I Meeting
Invite to Members of Region Only Plus Sponsorships Still Available!
Join TNLA REGION I this December 6, 2023, from 6 pm-830pm for their Annual Business Meeting & Christmas Party! Location: Old San Francisco Steakhouse, Meeting Cost: $25, No Parking Costs, RSVP by Dec 1st to ktreiber@siteone.com
December 8, 2023
Region II Meeting
Join TNLA REGION II raise money for scholarships this December 8, 2023, from 6 pm-10pm during their Christmas Party! Enjoy a live auction, dinner at Karbach Brewery & come dressed to impress. RSVP Deadline is Dec 6, 2023 email Brandi@ferguson-alliance.com $25 entry includes dinner
December 15, 2023Region V Meeting- Seeking Sponsors!
Join TNLA Region V for our Annual Christmas Party! Meet at Round Up Inn, Will Rogers Memorial Center, 3400 Burnett Tandy Drive Fort Worth Texas 76107 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Expect Santa, gifts and games! Meeting cost for adults: $25.00 per person; children 6-11 years: $15.00 per child; Children 5 and under are free. Dinner will be held at same venue. Cost to park. Seeking Sponsors! Help make this event even more magical! Why should you be a sponsor?
Region VIII Meeting
Join Region VIII for their Christmas Party this Dec 15, 2023 from 6-9pm at Flower Hill Foundation. Food & beverages will be provided along with tours of a wonderful part of Austin history! Bring a gift for the White Elephant Gift Exchange ($25 limit). Limited parking available at location or on Pressler ST. Uber or Lyft is STRONGLY encouraged! RSVP by Dec 12,2023 to Mandy Pixler by text 772-341-7128 or email mandy@nativetx.com
JANUARY 7-10, 2024Lone Star Hort Forum (LSHF)TNLA's Lone Star Hort Forum will be held at the Hilton DFW Lakes Executive Conference Center. Participants can connect with colleagues, earn CEUs, enjoy keynote presentations and breakout sessions, take a tour (separate registration required), and celebrate at TNLA's Awards Festival! Learn more about this by clicking here.
Region I Meeting
Invite to Members of Region Only Plus Sponsorships Still Available!
Join TNLA REGION I this December 6, 2023, from 6 pm-830pm for their Annual Business Meeting & Christmas Party! Location: Old San Francisco Steakhouse, Meeting Cost: $25, No Parking Costs, RSVP by Dec 1st to ktreiber@siteone.com
December 8, 2023
Region II Meeting
Join TNLA REGION II raise money for scholarships this December 8, 2023, from 6 pm-10pm during their Christmas Party! Enjoy a live auction, dinner at Karbach Brewery & come dressed to impress. RSVP Deadline is Dec 6, 2023 email Brandi@ferguson-alliance.com $25 entry includes dinner
December 15, 2023Region V Meeting- Seeking Sponsors!
Join TNLA Region V for our Annual Christmas Party! Meet at Round Up Inn, Will Rogers Memorial Center, 3400 Burnett Tandy Drive Fort Worth Texas 76107 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Expect Santa, gifts and games! Meeting cost for adults: $25.00 per person; children 6-11 years: $15.00 per child; Children 5 and under are free. Dinner will be held at same venue. Cost to park. Seeking Sponsors! Help make this event even more magical! Why should you be a sponsor?
- Showcase your brand to the heart of our community.
- Spread holiday cheer and goodwill.
- Support a festive event loved by all ages.
- Amplify your local presence and reach.
Region VIII Meeting
Join Region VIII for their Christmas Party this Dec 15, 2023 from 6-9pm at Flower Hill Foundation. Food & beverages will be provided along with tours of a wonderful part of Austin history! Bring a gift for the White Elephant Gift Exchange ($25 limit). Limited parking available at location or on Pressler ST. Uber or Lyft is STRONGLY encouraged! RSVP by Dec 12,2023 to Mandy Pixler by text 772-341-7128 or email mandy@nativetx.com
JANUARY 7-10, 2024Lone Star Hort Forum (LSHF)TNLA's Lone Star Hort Forum will be held at the Hilton DFW Lakes Executive Conference Center. Participants can connect with colleagues, earn CEUs, enjoy keynote presentations and breakout sessions, take a tour (separate registration required), and celebrate at TNLA's Awards Festival! Learn more about this by clicking here.