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SUMMARY:Landscape Design Basics: Time-Saving Tips
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Ryan Watkins\, founder\, HortMentor \nLearn concepts of landscape design in this introductory class tailored to industry professionals. Dive into the 4Ts and DS4\, two powerful methods that streamline plant selection while guaranteeing results your clients will rave about. Whether you’re new to design or looking to sharpen your skills\, this class offers a practical system to speed up your design time and increase your sales.
URL:https://farwestshow.com/event/landscape-design-basics-time-saving-tips/
LOCATION:Room B116
CATEGORIES:Business Practices,Designers,Growers,Landscapers,Marketing,Retailers,Seminars
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SUMMARY:The Picture Perfect Portfolio: Photography and Marketing for Landscapers and Designers
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Grace Hensley\, owner of Fashion Plants \nThe “Picture Perfect Portfolio” is a comprehensive talk on using photography and strategic marketing to elevate landscaping and design businesses. Attendees will learn how to capture high-quality images and video\, create compelling portfolios\, and leverage social media and newsletters to attract clients. After the session\, students will be able to optimize their website\, and to plan and execute a marketing strategy. By using professional photography and engaging content\, participants can grow their business effectively.
URL:https://farwestshow.com/event/the-picture-perfect-portfolio-photography-and-marketing-for-landscapers-and-designers/
LOCATION:Room B116
CATEGORIES:Business Practices,Designers,Landscapers,Marketing,Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250821T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250821T093000
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SUMMARY:Native Plants\, Cultivars\, and Sustainability: Selecting the Genes that Fit Your Design
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Benjamin Hoover\, associate professor of sustainable nursery production\, Cal Poly (San Luis Obispo) \nWe know that selecting the right plant for a landscape is important\, but how do we judge plants? Should we focus on native plants or the newest cultivars? In this session\, we will talk about cultivars and plant species. The conversation involves genetic outliers and mutations\, grafted plants\, plant adaptations to stresses\, and how they might affect landscape performance. Plants are diverse and they have a lot to offer; we just need to know how to pick the right fit.
URL:https://farwestshow.com/event/native-plants-cultivars-and-sustainability-selecting-the-genes-that-fit-your-design/
LOCATION:Room B116
CATEGORIES:Designers,Growers,Landscapers,Seminars,Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250820T134500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250820T144500
DTSTAMP:20250508T175255Z
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SUMMARY:Horticulture Plastics Sustainability: Environmental Impacts and Regulatory Trends
DESCRIPTION:Speakers: Tom Marting\, director of sustainable solutions at Growscape and Tom Brewer\, director of sales – West at Growscape \nPlastic products are widely used in the horticulture industry\, but growing environmental concerns are driving new regulations on plastic pollution. States are increasingly holding producers and manufacturers accountable for the plastic products they bring to market. This session will explore the environmental impact of plastics\, upcoming regulations\, and what these changes mean for the horticulture industry in the years ahead.
URL:https://farwestshow.com/event/horticulture-plastics-sustainability-environmental-impacts-and-regulatory-trends-2/
LOCATION:Room B116
CATEGORIES:Breeders,Business Practices,Designers,Growers,Marketing,Retailers,Seminars,Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250820T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250820T133000
DTSTAMP:20250326T204810Z
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SUMMARY:What Am I Missing? Using DNA-based Testing Methods for Detection of Viruses and Viroids.
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Aubry Field\, founder and lead scientist\, Lizzy Blossom LLC. \nNew viruses and viroids continually arise due to climate change\, international shipment of plants\, and the ability of these pathogens to rapidly evolve and adapt to their environment. Different DNA versions of a virus or viroid can sometimes go undetected depending on which method is utilized for testing. Examples of missed detection will be discussed and how DNA-based techniques can identify these new deviants.
URL:https://farwestshow.com/event/what-am-i-missing-using-dna-based-testing-methods-for-detection-of-viruses-and-viroids/
LOCATION:Room B116
CATEGORIES:Arborists,Breeders,Growers,Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250820T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250820T093000
DTSTAMP:20250403T174432Z
CREATED:20250324T134404Z
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SUMMARY:How Climate Change is Affecting Our Use and Application of Native Plants
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Steven Paulsen\, CEO and owner\, Native Roots\, LLC \nAn open discussion about changes in native plant habitats across the western United States\, and how those changes could impact our applications. The presentation is geared to be interactive and participation from the audience is encouraged.
URL:https://farwestshow.com/event/how-climate-change-is-affecting-our-use-and-application-of-native-plants/
LOCATION:Room B116
CATEGORIES:Designers,Growers,Interactive Learning,Landscapers,Marketing,Municipalities,Seminars,Sustainability,Urban Foresters
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240822T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240822T153000
DTSTAMP:20240508T203103Z
CREATED:20240426T214447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T203103Z
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SUMMARY:AI in the Landscaping World
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Paige Tisdale\, Business Developer\, Dennis’ 7 Dees \nThis presentation explores the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) in revolutionizing the landscaping industry. It highlights how AI enhances design\, efficiency\, and sustainability\, showcasing examples of AI-driven project successes. Attendees will learn about AI’s capabilities in optimizing resource use and promoting environmental benefits\, encouraging the adoption of AI as a tool for creating smarter\, greener landscapes.
URL:https://farwestshow.com/event/ai-in-the-landscaping-world/
LOCATION:Room B116
CATEGORIES:Designers,Landscapers,Marketing,Retailers,Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240822T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240822T130000
DTSTAMP:20240508T203006Z
CREATED:20240426T214400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T203006Z
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SUMMARY:Landscapes That Save the World: The Importance of Biodiversity in the Landscape
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Bryce Lane\, Distinguished Undergraduate Professor\, North Carolina State University \nWhen it comes to plants in the landscape there is strength in diversity. All too often we don’t spend enough time thinking about how important it is to promote a well-balanced ecosystem in the landscape. This talk focuses on why it’s important to create biodiverse outdoor spaces\, and how we can achieve that goal in our operations. Topics include “plant blindness\,” attracting wildlife\, soil building\, native plants and more!
URL:https://farwestshow.com/event/landscapes-that-save-the-world-the-importance-of-biodiversity-in-the-landscape/
LOCATION:Room B116
CATEGORIES:Arborists,Designers,Landscapers,Retailers,Seminars,Urban Foresters
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240822T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240822T104500
DTSTAMP:20240508T202424Z
CREATED:20240426T214331Z
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SUMMARY:The Wealthy Landscaper: Lessons You Do Not Learn on the Job Site
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: George Urvari\, CEO\, Knowledge Tree Consulting \nUnearth the secrets to cultivating a thriving landscape business with our expert-led seminar. Discover the art of leadership\, strategic planning\, and process optimization\, all aimed at achieving your end goals. Immerse yourself in leadership psychology\, philosophical insights\, historical lessons\, and real-world anecdotes that illuminate the path to growth. Embark on a journey to build a fulfilling work environment with substantial rewards for you and your team and learn to transform your business into a turnkey operation swiftly.
URL:https://farwestshow.com/event/the-wealthy-landscaper-lessons-you-do-not-learn-on-the-job-site/
LOCATION:Room B116
CATEGORIES:Business Practices,Designers,Interactive Learning,Landscapers,Marketing,Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240822T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240822T093000
DTSTAMP:20240508T201613Z
CREATED:20240426T214246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T201613Z
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SUMMARY:Is it Warm In Here? New Approaches to Horticulture in Our Changing Climate
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Bryce Lane\, Distinguished Undergraduate Professor\, North Carolina State University \nHow is climate change affecting our horticultural practices? Are we poised to take advantage of this phenomenon as horticultural professionals? We will talk about the effects of a changing climate on horticulture\, and identify new best practices\, and approaches to consider as we grow\, design\, install\, and market plants in the landscape.
URL:https://farwestshow.com/event/is-it-warm-in-here-new-approaches-to-horticulture-in-our-changing-climate/
LOCATION:Room B116
CATEGORIES:Arborists,Landscapers,Seminars,Sustainability,Urban Foresters
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240821T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240821T153000
DTSTAMP:20240509T223708Z
CREATED:20240426T214209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T223708Z
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SUMMARY:Rise of Spray Drones in the Nursery and Greenhouse Industry
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Taylor Moreland\, Founder and CEO\, Agri Spray Drones \nIn today’s rapidly evolving agricultural landscape\, the integration of technology has become paramount. During this talk\, we’ll explore the transformative impact of agricultural spray drones in the nursery and specialty crop markets. These drones offer unparalleled versatility\, enabling precise\, aerial input application\, while providing the optionality needed to reduce labor costs. Additionally\, we’ll discuss how spray drones allow producers to reach new levels of strategic and efficient crop management practices.
URL:https://farwestshow.com/event/rise-of-spray-drones-in-the-nursery-and-greenhouse-industry/
LOCATION:Room B116
CATEGORIES:Arborists,Business Practices,Growers,Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240821T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240821T140000
DTSTAMP:20240610T141426Z
CREATED:20240426T221131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240610T141426Z
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SUMMARY:OMRI: Your Organic Secret Weapon
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Roger Plant\, Marketing Manager\, OMRI \nEugene\, Oregon based OMRI is the largest material review organization in North America. This presentation will help you find and navigate free\, easy to use material resources from OMRI and others\, helping you answer questions about compliant input materials for USDA and CFIA organic programs. Even if you are not certified\, this presentation will show you where to quickly find alternatives to traditional inputs\, so you can meet the needs of customers looking for greener options.
URL:https://farwestshow.com/event/omri-your-organic-secret-weapon/
LOCATION:Room B116
CATEGORIES:Arborists,Growers,Landscapers,Municipalities,Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240821T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240821T120000
DTSTAMP:20240426T210809Z
CREATED:20240426T210809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240426T210809Z
UID:10000662-1724238000-1724241600@farwestshow.com
SUMMARY:Gardening in a Changing Climate: What to Do and What to Avoid
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Linda Chalker-Scott\, Ph.D.\, Professor and Extension Specialist in Urban Horticulture\, Washington State University \nClimate change is here to stay and with it our gardens experience increased summer temperatures and drought. Unfortunately\, the internet is full of cures for drought and heat stress that can only make the problem worse. This seminar will present science-based practical strategies to help plants and soils conserve water and create more resilient gardens and landscapes.
URL:https://farwestshow.com/event/gardening-in-a-changing-climate-what-to-do-and-what-to-avoid/
LOCATION:Room B116
CATEGORIES:Arborists,Designers,Landscapers,Municipalities,Seminars,Sustainability,Urban Foresters
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230824T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230824T143000
DTSTAMP:20230509T221715Z
CREATED:20230412T213446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T221715Z
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SUMMARY:The Climate Ready Landscape Plants Project (Part TWO)
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Lorence Oki\, Ph.D.\, Specialist in Cooperative Extension\, University of California\, Davis \nThe University of California Landscape Plants Irrigation Trials project evaluates performance of plants exposed to three different irrigation treatments based on evapotranspiration (ETo). The data collected leads to recommendations for irrigating those plants that are used by landscape designers and architects to design landscapes that comply with California water conservation regulations. This project started in 2004 as a graduate student research project\, was expanded periodically\, and then duplicated at the UC South Coast Research and Extension Center in 2017. The project recently has expanded to the University of Washington\, Oregon State University\, Utah State University\, and the University of Arizona that facilitates the comparison of plant performance in response to deficit irrigation treatments across the western region of the U.S. We will discuss plant lists\, data collected\, irrigation recommendations\, and project background.
URL:https://farwestshow.com/event/the-climate-ready-landscape-plants-project-part-two/
LOCATION:Room B116
CATEGORIES:Breeders,Designers,Growers,Landscapers,Marketing,Retailers,Seminars,Sustainability,Urban Foresters
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230824T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230824T104500
DTSTAMP:20230509T221556Z
CREATED:20230412T205654Z
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SUMMARY:The UC Landscape Plants Irrigation Trials (Part One)
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Lorence Oki\, Ph.D.\, Specialist in Cooperative Extension\, University of California\, Davis \nThe University of California Landscape Plants Irrigation Trials project evaluates performance of plants exposed to three different irrigation treatments based on evapotranspiration (ETo). The data collected leads to recommendations for irrigating those plants that are used by landscape designers and architects to design landscapes that comply with California water conservation regulations. This project started in 2004 as a graduate student research project\, was expanded periodically\, and then duplicated at the UC South Coast Research and Extension Center in 2017. We will discuss plant lists\, data collected\, irrigation recommendations\, and project background.
URL:https://farwestshow.com/event/the-uc-landscape-plants-irrigation-trials-part-one/
LOCATION:Room B116
CATEGORIES:Breeders,Designers,Growers,Landscapers,Marketing,Retailers,Seminars,Sustainability,Urban Foresters
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230824T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230824T093000
DTSTAMP:20230412T204348Z
CREATED:20230412T204348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230412T204348Z
UID:10000630-1692865800-1692869400@farwestshow.com
SUMMARY:People\, Plants and a Backyard - An Exploration of How and Why We Interpret Urban Landscapes the Way We Do
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Alan Shay\, Senior Instructor\, Horticulture Department\, Oregon State University \nIn this presentation we will examine the cultural heritage we in the west have inherited that leads us to react to management in landscapes in a particular fashion. Can we afford to prioritize aesthetics over functionality in a world of rapidly diminishing resources and climate change? How can we design landscapes sensibly\, that look good and still make a profit for ourselves? It’s all about education.
URL:https://farwestshow.com/event/people-plants-and-a-backyard-an-exploration-of-how-and-why-we-interpret-urban-landscapes-the-way-we-do/
LOCATION:Room B116
CATEGORIES:Designers,Growers,Landscapers,Municipalities,Retailers,Seminars,Sustainability,Urban Foresters
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230823T134500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230823T144500
DTSTAMP:20230412T202205Z
CREATED:20230412T202121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230412T202205Z
UID:10000625-1692798300-1692801900@farwestshow.com
SUMMARY:Landscape Zombies! Myths That Refuse to Die
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Linda Chalker-Scott\, Ph.D\, Professor and Extension Specialist in Urban Horticulture\, Washington State University \nProfessional horticulturists want the latest plant and soil science information to use in managing landscapes\, but how can you tell what’s science\, and what’s pseudoscience? Landscape professionals can quickly lose their credibility — and cause damage to plants and soil — when they end up promoting products and practices that aren’t based on reputable science. This seminar will provide some guidelines for evaluating products and practices based on the most current and relevant scientific information available.
URL:https://farwestshow.com/event/landscape-zombies-myths-that-refuse-to-die/
LOCATION:Room B116
CATEGORIES:Arborists,Landscapers,Seminars,Sustainability,Urban Foresters
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230823T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230823T133000
DTSTAMP:20230412T200126Z
CREATED:20230412T200126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230412T200126Z
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SUMMARY:Selecting Plants for Success!
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Ben Hoover\, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Sustainable Nursery Production\, California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo \nMillions of plants are purchased and planted every year in the United States. Many of those plants are destined for failure. Selecting the right plants and location for planting them appropriately can increase your credibility\, customer base\, and profitability. We will talk about making good decisions\, communicating your expertise with customers\, and benefiting the environment and your company at the same time. FYI: your concept of a native plant might be challenged!
URL:https://farwestshow.com/event/selecting-plants-for-success/
LOCATION:Room B116
CATEGORIES:Designers,Growers,Landscapers,Municipalities,Retailers,Seminars,Sustainability,Urban Foresters
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230823T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230823T104500
DTSTAMP:20230412T195112Z
CREATED:20230412T180519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230412T195112Z
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SUMMARY:Stressed Out: How to Diagnose\, Treat\, and Avoid Environmental Stress in Landscape Plants
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Linda Chalker-Scott\, Ph.D\, Professor and Extension Specialist in Urban Horticulture\, Washington State University \nThis seminar will present a diagnostic approach to discovering the cause behind landscape failure. Many landscape plants fail to thrive\, or even die\, because of avoidable errors in selecting\, transplanting\, and maintaining trees and shrubs. Without understanding the underlying reason behind landscape failure\, homeowners and professionals often resort to pesticides and fertilizers in an unsuccessful attempt to fix the problem. An alternative set of suggested best practices will be presented based on recent and on-going research\, which ultimately will help landscape managers avoid the unnecessary use of chemicals.
URL:https://farwestshow.com/event/stressed-out-how-to-diagnose-treat-and-avoid-environmental-stress-in-landscape-plants/
LOCATION:Room B116
CATEGORIES:Arborists,Landscapers,Seminars,Sustainability,Urban Foresters
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230823T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230823T093000
DTSTAMP:20230602T172902Z
CREATED:20230412T174907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230602T172902Z
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SUMMARY:Grow Profits Using Job Costing to Identify and Eliminate Waste in Your Company
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Rich Thiebaud\, Director of Sales\, Landscape Management Network (LMN) \nWith more than 25 years of experience\, Rich will bring a wealth of knowledge to this seminar giving an overview of the importance of job costing and how to keep it as simple and automated as possible. Most importantly\, Rich will give an overview of the nine wastes of landscaping\, which are the biggest reasons landscape companies lose efficiency and profitability\, and how to snuff those wastes out for good.
URL:https://farwestshow.com/event/job-costing-how-to-keep-it-simple-and-how-to-improve-your-results-nine-wastes-of-landscaping/
LOCATION:Room B116
CATEGORIES:Business Practices,Designers,Landscapers,Marketing,Retailers,Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220826T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220826T093000
DTSTAMP:20220425T213944Z
CREATED:20220425T213944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220425T213944Z
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SUMMARY:Healthy Soil: All the Key Elements for Maintaining the Healthiest Soil
DESCRIPTION:Speakers: Alicia Leytem\, President\, Oregon Society of Soil Scientists\, Instructor at OSU\nVance Almquist\, Vice President of Oregon Society of Soil Scientists\, Instructor at OSU\nJoin soil scientists Alicia Leytem and Vance Almquist as they discuss the principles of soil health and their relevance in Oregon. Learn common misperceptions regarding regenerative agriculture and how to spot misleading information when it comes to implementing soil health management and regenerative practices. Attendees will learn why soil health is important for your farm and the environment.
URL:https://farwestshow.com/event/healthy-soil-all-the-key-elements-for-maintaining-the-healthiest-soil/
LOCATION:Room B116
CATEGORIES:Growers,Landscapers,Municipalities,Seminars,Sustainability,Urban Foresters
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220825T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220825T153000
DTSTAMP:20220801T175705Z
CREATED:20220425T212138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T175705Z
UID:10000498-1661437800-1661441400@farwestshow.com
SUMMARY:H-2A 101: What Your Business Needs to Know
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Chelsea Ibarra\, Deputy General Counsel\, másLabor\nLearn more about the program basics and the ever-changing landscape of the seasonal\, non-immigrant worker program. This seminar will identify employer requirements\, best practices\, and important updates to the H-2A program. Come ready with questions whether you are just considering H-2A or are a seasoned participant.
URL:https://farwestshow.com/event/h-2a-101-what-your-business-needs-to-know/
LOCATION:Room B116
CATEGORIES:Business Practices,Free,Growers,Seminars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220825T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220825T133000
DTSTAMP:20220425T205928Z
CREATED:20220425T205911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220425T205928Z
UID:10000494-1661430600-1661434200@farwestshow.com
SUMMARY:Beneficial Bugs: Putting Biocontrols to the Task
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Alison Kutz\, Biocontrol Advisor and Owner\, Sound Horticulture\nWhile many greenhouse producers have years of Biocontrol experience under their belts\, the toolbox continues to expand. Understanding our pest complex before pressure mounts is critical to good planning. In this session\, we will review thrips\, mites\, aphids\, and fungus gnats. Then\, we will discuss how best to handle these with the correct combination of biocontrols. The goal: let’s be more proactive\, less reactive\, and sleep better at night. Gain insight on designing a biocontrol program that fits your unique operation and gives you the upper hand.
URL:https://farwestshow.com/event/beneficial-bugs-putting-biocontrols-to-the-task/
LOCATION:Room B116
CATEGORIES:Growers,Pesticide Recertification,Seminars,Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220825T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220825T104500
DTSTAMP:20220526T170134Z
CREATED:20220425T204035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220526T170134Z
UID:10000491-1661420700-1661424300@farwestshow.com
SUMMARY:Measuring for Change—the Lean Way
DESCRIPTION:Speakers: Rick Peters\, President\, The Peters Company | Elizabeth Peters\, Vice President\, The Peters Company\n\n“In God we trust. All others must bring data.” This quote by W. Edwards Deming refers to the significance of data measurement in doing business. Why? Because measurements drive behavior; what you measure is what you get. How do we choose what to measure? Which metrics give us the best prospect of achieving our goals? How can we use data to manage and motivate labor effectively — and how do we use all this information to improve our business? This seminar looks at measures for different levels of a company. It also offers an approach to implementing metrics and common pitfalls to avoid.
URL:https://farwestshow.com/event/measuring-for-change-the-lean-way-the-how-and-why-to-gathering-data/
LOCATION:Room B116
CATEGORIES:Arborists,Business Practices,Designers,Growers,Landscapers,Municipalities,Retailers,Seminars,Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220825T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220825T093000
DTSTAMP:20220526T170243Z
CREATED:20220425T202738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220526T170243Z
UID:10000487-1661416200-1661419800@farwestshow.com
SUMMARY:(PANEL) Simple Improvement Projects Every Business Should Take On This Year
DESCRIPTION:Moderator: Elizabeth Peters\, Vice President\, The Peters Company\nPanelists:\nMark Bigej\, Al’s Garden & Home\nJohn Lewis\, JLPN\nChris Robinson\, Robinson Nursery\nBen Verhoeven\, Peoria Gardens\n\nLean is a set of business principles and practices that has transformed green industry companies here in the Pacific Northwest. This panel brings together a group of Oregon’s most effective nursery\, greenhouse and garden center leaders who have applied Lean thinking to their businesses. They will share simple improvement projects\, based on Lean principles\, that you can take to your organization. Come and glean wisdom from these outstanding leaders\, and bring your questions for the Q&A session afterward.
URL:https://farwestshow.com/event/panel-three-simple-improvement-projects-every-business-should-adopt-this-year/
LOCATION:Room B116
CATEGORIES:Business Practices,Growers,Landscapers,Municipalities,Retailers,Seminars,Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220824T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220824T153000
DTSTAMP:20220427T215658Z
CREATED:20220425T200608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T215658Z
UID:10000485-1661351400-1661355000@farwestshow.com
SUMMARY:Promising Plants for Native Plant Gardens in Western Oregon
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Gail Langellotto\, Ph.D.\, Professor of Horticulture\, Oregon State University\nNative plant landscaping and gardening are repeatedly listed as a hot trend for gardeners and landscapers. However\, native plants represent a relatively small segment of retail plant sales\, with many promising plants difficult to find in the retail marketplace. Based on OSU research\, this presentation will highlight some promising plants for the native plant gardener and landscaper.
URL:https://farwestshow.com/event/promising-plants-for-native-plant-gardens-in-western-oregon/
LOCATION:Room B116
CATEGORIES:Breeders,Designers,Growers,Landscapers,Municipalities,Retailers,Seminars,Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220824T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220824T133000
DTSTAMP:20220427T215438Z
CREATED:20220425T195514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T215438Z
UID:10000481-1661344200-1661347800@farwestshow.com
SUMMARY:Cultivating Cultivars Seed to Tree: The 30-Year Timeline for Climate Resistant Urban Trees
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Nancy Buley\, Communications Director\, J. Frank Schmidt & Son Co.\nIt’s a long and complex journey from seed to city tree. Many hands and a decade or more are needed to grow a tree from start to finish. It takes even longer to develop\, select\, trial\, and introduce new and improved cultivars. Bringing new and improved urban tree cultivars to market is a multi-generational effort that may take 15–30 years or more\, via the collaborative efforts of plant breeders\, growers\, urban foresters\, arboreta\, and academia. Understanding the timeline and processes of new tree introduction and the how and why of cultivar development will help you plan ahead for choosing\, growing\, and planting the best trees for the future urban forest.
URL:https://farwestshow.com/event/cultivating-cultivars-seed-to-tree-the-30-year-timeline-for-climate-resistant-urban-trees/
LOCATION:Room B116
CATEGORIES:Arborists,Breeders,Designers,Growers,Landscapers,Municipalities,Retailers,Seminars,Sustainability,Urban Foresters
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220824T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220824T104500
DTSTAMP:20220427T215353Z
CREATED:20220425T192453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T215353Z
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SUMMARY:Extreme Weather: How it Affects Crop Production With Solutions Offered
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by OSU NWREC \nSpeakers: Lloyd Nackley\, Professor\, Oregon State University and Dr. Drew Zwart\, Plant Pathologist / Physiologist\, Bartlett Tree Research Laboratories \nExtreme weather events are more common than ever. For example\, in 2021 the north Willamette Valley had catastrophic ice storms in late winter. The winter melted into a warm spring and exceptionally hot summer that was exemplified by the 113 F “heat dome” in late June. While the average annual temperatures in our region will only increase by a few degrees each decade\, these extreme (greater than 10 F above average) hot and low-temperature events have devastating and long-lasting effects on nursery producers. Learn about how climate change and extreme weather are affecting nursery production\, and what growers can do about it.
URL:https://farwestshow.com/event/extreme-weather-how-it-affects-crop-production-with-solutions-offered/
LOCATION:Room B116
CATEGORIES:Arborists,Growers,Landscapers,Municipalities,Seminars,Sustainability,Urban Foresters
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220824T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220824T093000
DTSTAMP:20220427T214657Z
CREATED:20220425T190610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T214657Z
UID:10000473-1661329800-1661333400@farwestshow.com
SUMMARY:Practical Use of Plant Growth Regulators in the Plant Nursery
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Dr. Jozsef Racsko\, Technology Manager\, Mycorrhizal Applications LLC.\nIn this technical seminar\, attendees will learn about the commercial applicability of plant growth regulator (PGR) products; when and how to apply them\, what rates to use\, what factors influence their efficacy (weather conditions\, water pH\, plant health status)\, and how these products can be integrated into the production practices. The presentation will review results from commercial trials and research experiments and provide guidance to the audience on how to interpret such research information. This will help growers find the right solution tailored to their turf or ornamental crop and growing conditions. The presenter will discuss how growing protocols can be adjusted to specific conditions to take full advantage of PGR products.
URL:https://farwestshow.com/event/practical-use-of-plant-growth-regulators-in-the-plant-nursery/
LOCATION:Room B116
CATEGORIES:Arborists,Breeders,Growers,Interactive Learning,Landscapers,Pesticide Recertification,Retailers,Seminars,Sustainability,Urban Foresters
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