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SUMMARY:Reminder: Dave Dowling Scholarship Applications Due
DESCRIPTION:The ASCFG is dedicated to advancing the domestic cut flower industry by encouraging young people to consider cut flower production as a career. To foster this goal\, every year the ASCFG will award $1\,000 each to two students interested in becoming cut flower growers thanks to the Dave Dowling Scholarship. Successful applicants will receive one-year ASCFG memberships and accompanying benefits. \nThe program is open to students working toward a two- or four-year degree\, or a graduate degree\, in horticulture or floriculture. Applicants must have at least one full year of studies remaining before finishing the degree. Previous applicants not awarded a scholarship may apply again if they still meet all requirements. Part-time students may be considered if they have taken at least 9 credits per year for at least one year\, are planning to enroll in at least 9 credits for the coming year\, and are enrolled in a program leading to a horticulture or floriculture degree. \n\nApplication Materials: You can access application materials and information here.\nApplication Deadline: February 1\, 2023.\nQuestions? If you have any questions\, you are encouraged to email them to mail@ascfg.org.
URL:https://www.ascfg.org/event/reminder-dave-dowling-scholarship-applications-due/
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SUMMARY:Reminder: The Cut Flower Quarterly Submission Deadline
DESCRIPTION:The Cut Flower Quarterly is the only periodical dedicated to informing growers about the production\, postharvest care\, and marketing of cut flowers. Are you contributing an article or a feature to the next issue? Or do you wish to purchase an advertisement or sponsor an event? All submissions for the Spring Issue are due on February 15\, 2023. Vendors and suppliers are welcome to explore our different advertising and sponsorship options.\n\nHave a question? Contact us at operations@ascfg.org.
URL:https://www.ascfg.org/event/cfq-february-deadline/
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SUMMARY:Ask an Expert: Find and Keep Farm Employees\, Part II of II
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the second moderated panel discussion featuring four cut flower farms throughout North America as they discuss the challenges of finding\, training\, and retaining farm employees. Inspired by the recent article\, “How’s Your Labor Situation?” in The Cut Flower Quarterly\, these sessions will take a deep dive into agricultural employee management topics. Attendees can expect to hear from four different farmers about their experiences\, which will segue into a question and answer session. \nMeet the participating farmers! \n\nJennifer Joray of Eastern River Farm\nSeth and Kelci Wright of Firm Root Farm\nRebecca Kutzer-Rice of Moonshot Farm\nMichelle Elston of Roots Flower Farm\n\nZoom instructions will be emailed to members on the day of the event. A recording of this session will be archived in Members Only. 
URL:https://www.ascfg.org/event/ask-an-expert-find-and-keep-farm-employees-part-ii-of-ii/
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CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Comparison of Dahlia Cultivars for Specialty Cut Flower  Production in the Northeastern United States
DESCRIPTION:Part of the ASCFG Research and the Flower Farmer Webinar Series!  \nDr. Stephanie Burnett\, University of Maine\nDr. Bryan Peterson\, University of Maine \nEvent Details \nJoin Drs. Burnett and Peterson as they discuss their project\, which evaluated a wide range of commercially popular\, field-grown dahlias to compare the postharvest life of a cold-sensitive crop in Northern climates that have a limited growing season. The researchers will discuss the exciting outcomes of their research and answer questions from audience members. \nPresenter Biography \nDr. Stephanie Burnett \nDr. Stephanie Burnett is an Associate Professor of Horticulture at the University of Maine. Her research primarily focuses on production issues for greenhouse and flower growers. She teaches the floriculture courses at the University of Maine (Herbaceous Landscape Plants and Greenhouse Management) along with Introduction to Horticulture. \nAbout the  Research and the Flower Farmer Webinar Series  \nThe goal of this webinar series is to connect ASCFG members with the latest research in cut flowers and to inspire new ideas for crop\, farm\, and business management. During these online events\, recent recipients of the Research Foundation’s Competitive Grants will share synopses of their research\, along with the exciting applications of the results\, before a short Q and A session with attendees. \nCan’t attend a presentation? Don’t worry – the webinar will be recorded and be accessible in the ASCFG Members Only portal after the event. \nZoom instructions will be emailed to members on the day of the event. A recording of this session will be archived in Members Only. 
URL:https://www.ascfg.org/event/research-and-the-flower-farmer-february-2023/
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