by Laurie Herrera | Feb 5, 2025 | Floral Industry News
The floral industry is breathing a little easier after President Donald Trump’s proposed 25% tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports, set to go into effect just 10 days before Valentine’s Day, were postponed a month. Christy Hillman, general manager of...
by Laurie Herrera | Jan 22, 2025 | Floral Industry News
As Valentine’s Day nears, one overarching challenge looms large for the floral industry: Timing. Valentine’s Day falls on a Friday — with President’s Day following on Monday — worrying those who believe consumers will spend money on long weekend getaways,...
by Laurie Herrera | Nov 26, 2024 | Floral Industry News
President-elect Donald Trump announced that he will impose a 25% tariff on all Canadian and Mexican products starting Jan. 20 Tariffs are coming, and with them, predict some industry members, changes to global supply chains and costs of goods for floral businesses. ...
by Laurie Herrera | Nov 13, 2024 | Floral Industry News
If composting services aren’t available in your locality, try reaching out to local garden clubs or partner with a local flower farmer who can pick up compostable waste. Florists are increasingly committed to sustainability, but many still face significant...
by Laurie Herrera | Oct 16, 2024 | Floral Industry News
As florists around the country begin to prepare for Thanksgiving pre-orders, there’s another celebration on the calendar that’s growing in popularity and uses flowers in a big way: Diwali, often referred to as the Festival of Lights, celebrated this year Oct. 29...