Prior to his funeral March 2 in Charlotte, North Carolina, the Rev. Billy Graham’s remains lay in honor in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda for two days, where thousands of visitors streamed in to pay their respects. An SAF member, Conklyn’s Florist in nearby Alexandria,...
Last week, the industry lost an international expert in floral care and handling, an enthusiastic educator, a devoted volunteer and a friend to many. Gay Smith, the longtime technical manager for Chrysal Americas and a popular speaker and writer for most industry...
Asking Congress to protect floriculture’s workforce and invest in floral research is what nearly 100 retailers, growers, wholesalers and suppliers from across the country will do on behalf of the floral industry as part of the Society of American Florists’ 38th Annual...
Like millions of Americans, Amanda Allen sets New Year’s resolutions. Unlike the masses, she actually enjoys hers. Rather than committing to something torturous (purge the pantry of sugar, set the alarm for 5 a.m. spin class), the owner of MMD Events in Tampa,...
To celebrate Women’s Day 2018, Wascana Flower Shoppe is leading a low-cost design workshop and hosting it at a location with major foot traffic — Starbucks. The Regina, Saskatchewan florist landed on the idea for a workshop after noticing a large number of...
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