Summary Rising stock values and harsh freezes leave many nurseries underinsured for losses to living plants. Coverage designed for growers protects the plants on the benches and the people around… [Read More]
A Guide to Plant Nursery Insurance: Coverage for Your Business Needs
Product Liability Insurance for Nursery Growers and Plant Sellers: What Does It Cover
A plant rarely causes trouble while it’s still sitting in your greenhouse. The real exposure starts once it’s sold. For example, planted in a customer’s yard, brought home to pets,… [Read More]
7 Greenhouse and Nursery Business Insurance Options Every Grower Should Know
A February cold snap knocks out your greenhouse heater at 2 a.m. By morning, a full bench of seedlings has frozen, and the wholesale order due that week is gone… [Read More]
Looking for a new horticulture insurance market? Get to know GrowPro
When a familiar placement option changes, brokers need another market that understands their clients’ businesses. GrowPro is growing—and welcoming new horticulture opportunities. Losing a placement option can change the outlook… [Read More]
Vertical Farming Equipment: What to Buy First and What Can Wait
Summary: New vertical farm operators often spend on equipment before they know what matters most. Knowing which vertical farming equipment to buy first protects both your budget and your crop…. [Read More]
Hydroponics vs Soil: Which Growing Method Is Better for Your Operation?
Summary Growers weighing hydroponics vs soil growing often overlook the real business risk. The right method depends on your crops, along with your budget and market This blog lays out… [Read More]
Have a hydroponic or aquaponic account? Here’s what brokers should look for
Hydroponic and aquaponic growers can look very different from traditional greenhouse or nursery operations. Their businesses may depend on interconnected equipment, environmental controls and growing systems that are critical to… [Read More]
How to Care for Poinsettias in a Commercial Greenhouse (And Why It’s Worth It)
by Dan Guida
Summary Poinsettias are sensitive to heat and timing, and mistakes get costly fast. Knowing how to care for poinsettias means managing propagation and feeding along with shipping them together. This… [Read More]
Growing Greenhouse Poinsettias (And Why It’s Worth It)
As a greenhouse business, have you considered adding poinsettias to your crop lineup? These stunning flowers may be synonymous with Christmas but there are many compelling reasons to embrace poinsettia… [Read More]
How to Keep Greenhouse Warm in Winter Without Running Up Your Heating Bill
Summary Winter heating eats into margins fast, and one failure can wipe out a season’s crop. Knowing how to keep greenhouse warm in winter starts with cutting heat loss first…. [Read More]
