Digger magazine

11/08/2024

Eason Horticultural Resources (EHR) announced that it has become employee owned through an ESOP structure as of October 1.

“This transition reinforces EHR’s dedication to preserving its long-standing legacy. This new structure promotes a workplace where mutual success is a shared priority and where employees are empowered to actively contribute to its growth, shaping the future of the company as both colleagues and stakeholders,” the company said in the announcement.

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Melanie Byrne Tim Lott Mike Pezzillo Eason Horticultural Resources (EHR) announced that it has become employee owned through an ESOP structure as of October 1. “This transition reinforces EHR& #8217…

10/10/2024

Thursday, October 10 is World Mental Health Day.

Whether it’s the stress that comes with working in agriculture, the isolation of living in remote areas, or the longstanding belief that they just need to power through their depression and challenging times, farmers and agriculture and nursery workers deal with compounding factors that can weigh heavily on their mental health. Thankfully, there are resources and help is available.

Read about a mental health crisis line that offers help for those facing the unique stresses of agriculture: https://diggermagazine.com/taking-care-of-our-own/

07/01/2024

The Oregon Association of Nurseries is saddened to report that Don Sprague, owner of Garden Gallery Iron Works, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, in his home in Woodburn, Oregon, surrounded by family and friends. The family made the announcement of Don’s passing on Friday, June 28.

A funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at Saint Luke’s Catholic Church, 417 Harrison St., Woodburn, Oregon. A luncheon in the fellowship hall will follow.

Read more: https://diggermagazine.com/don-sprague-owner-of-garden.../

04/11/2024

Smith Gardens, Inc. has acquired Skagit Horticulture’s inventory and assumed control of Skagit’s former Riverbend facility operating out of Mount Vernon, Washington, effective April 8, 2024

03/01/2024

Eight individuals who were instrumental in the Oregon nursery industry were inducted into the Oregon Association of Nurseries Hall of Fame Class of 2024 last night to the applause from about 100 attendees at the Abernethy Center in Oregon City.
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Eight individuals who were instrumental in the Oregon nursery industry were inducted into the Oregon Association of Nurseries Hall of Fame Class of 2024 last night to the applause from about 100 at…