Importance of H2O and PGRs

Agua. H2O. L’eau. Acqua. In any language, water is necessary to ensure successful application of plant growth regulators (PGRs) in the commercial horticulture market. To account for the amount of water available to their plants, growers have to be prepared to make decisions to tweak...
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Utilizing PGR Best Practices, Part 2

Success usually starts with a well-developed plan. And this is true in plant growth. As discussed in the first article of this series (July 2016 issue), growers must set their growth management plans to fit the plants/cultivars they’re planting to successfully produce the crop. In...
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Utilizing PGR Best Practices

Today, there’s a wealth of plant growth regulator (PGR) options available to growers. A grower’s toolbox includes products that control excessive plant growth or stretch, promote branching, prevent lower leaf yellowing and inhibit flower development, if desired. Growers must set their growth management plans to...
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CPDA Member Spotlight: Fine Americas, Inc

CPDA MEMBER SPOTLIGHT FINE AMERICAS, INC Fine Americas, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fine Holdings Ltd., Worcester, UK. While its parent company was founded in 1983 as a leading supplier of plant growth regulators (PGRs) to world markets, Fine Americas was established 10...
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A Growing Presence In PGRs

Name: Greg Johnson Title: President — oversees all sales, marketing and distribution activities Education: B.S.in business administration & marketing, Southwest State University Career: Joined Fine Americas, Inc. in 2004 as Vice President of Sales & Marketing. Previously held sales and marketing management positions with Arvesta...
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PGRs: They’re Not Just for Annuals Anymore

It’s a well-known fact that herbaceous perennials are growing in popularity with today’s consumers. The reasons are many, from the inherent convenience and value of perennials to the ever-expanding variety of perennials available to homeowners and landscape professionals. “The popularity of herbaceous perennials has been...
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PGRs Play Pivotal Role in Meeting Buyer Demands

It comes as no secret that today’s “big box” stores wield tremendous buying power in the greenhouse ornamental market. As consumers become more discerning and retailers more demanding, ornamental growers are under increasing pressure to deliver plants with optimum size, shape and quality at competitive...
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