Driving lanes to the fields should be clear of obstructions and allow ample space for guests to exit and enter wagons safely.
Photo by Sally Colby

by Sally Colby

­Pumpkins, gourds and everything else autumn will be the order of the day until Thanksgiving. But as soon as mums and corn stalks fade, Christmas tree farms that offer U-cut trees will become the center of attention. (more…)

by Sally Colby

Alternative energy projects are popping up across the country, often the result of a power company approaching a landowner to obtain land for solar or wind projects. (more…)

So much tree fruit is susceptible to disease and pest issues or environmental factors that make it look unappetizing. But not all of these concerns go beyond being skin deep. The fruit might not look good, but its taste is fine. (more…)

Today’s direct to consumer selling environment is fast-paced and ever changing. To stay competitive, you need as much market research information as you can glean. Making better business decisions marks the starting point for developing effective sales strategies and setting up business longevity. (more…)

A short and sweet wrap-up of this portion of the Southern Nursery Association’s annual conference studies focuses on something nurseries across the nation may grow: the eastern redbud, a large, pink-flowered deciduous shrub that grows from southern Ontario to northern Florida and as far west as California. (more…)

This sign features many elements that make it effective: It is the shape of the product being offered, it’s large, it’s easily readable, it has highly contrasting colors – and the arrow even helps to direct customers in the right direction.

by Courtney Llewellyn

Some shoppers go out with a very specific idea of what they wish to purchase. Others let themselves fall victim to their impulsive whims. How does a greenhouse or farm stand draw in both of these types? Let the customers know exactly what you have before they drive past with your signage. (more…)