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Help us choose our next native plant heroes! You don't need to be a Native Plant Trust member to submit your nominations. See our award criteria and nomination links for three different categories: 1. Founders' Medal: For exceptional leadership and achievement in the conservation and promotion of healthy, biologically diverse landscapes. The Founders' Medal honors achievement in conservation, horticulture, or education whose impact rises to national or international importance. The recipient may be based anywhere in the world. Nominate here: https://lnkd.in/epvnn4w6... 2. Regional Impact Award: For exceptional leadership and achievement in native plant conservation, horticulture, or education in New England. The Regional Impact Award recognizes one or more individuals or organizations for exceptional leadership and achievement in native plant conservation, horticulture, or education with regional significance. Although the individual or organization could be based elsewhere, the work must be executed in New England or have its primary focus on the native plants of New England. Nominate here: https://lnkd.in/eMKqfCGS 3. Volunteer Service Award: For outstanding service to Native Plant Trust. The Volunteer Service Award recognizes leadership, consistent dedication, and effectiveness in furthering the mission and activities of Native Plant Trust. The ideal candidate will have brought tangible value to the organization over many years and served as a model and inspiration for others. Nominate here: https://lnkd.in/eKcmhUm2

My Academic Journey to enrich my skills - knowledge - wisdom & get exposure to various disciplines of AGRI & Allied,from 2023 to as on date: Certificate Courses... Completed & Pipeline and going to begin... COMPLETED - 5 Courses:- Bio Fertilizers Bee Keeping Millets Mushrooms Organic Agriculture PIPELINE - 2 Courses:- Sericulture Vermi Compost To Begin : 1 Course (June 20th...) Terras Gardening (In addition pursuing Diploma in Journalism, AP Press Academy)

"We hope to be able to enter our animals into the system in the future." Kimara Goethals has been working at the Agriculture and Horticulture School in Oedelem for 10 years, first as a science teacher and now as the director for the past three years. Kimara aims to map all the trees, plants, and flowers in the school garden more clearly via Plantsoon. They plan to open the garden to parents and the wider public. "I dream of a system where students can use QR codes to access detailed information about each plant or tree, instantly learning about its location preferences, such as sun or shade, soil choice, and grouping with other species." Read the full story here:

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The Agriculture and Horticulture School aims to map all the trees, plants, and flowers in the school garden more clearly via Plantsoon. They plan to open the garden to parents and the wider public. "Currently we only have plastic cards with names, but there's no systematic approach. Students cannot easily access additional information. I dream of a system where students can use QR codes to access detailed information about each plant or tree, instantly learning about its location preferences, such as sun or shade, soil choice, and grouping with other species. Visitors to our flower picking garden can also check which flowers are ready to pick via the webshop"; principal Kimara envisions. Read the full article here: https://buff.ly/4clkZXp Would you like to get started in your school garden yourself? Contact us: hello@plantsoon.com

Cultivating Knowledge: The Greenhouse Revolution in Moscow Schools In the heart of Moscow, School No. 1354 “Vector” has become more than just a place of learning—it’s a thriving urban oasis under the guidance of biology teacher Ivan Parfeny. For several years now, students from grades 5 to 7 have been nurturing tomato and cucumber seedlings in hydroponic systems, later transplanting them into real greenhouses on the school grounds, eagerly monitoring the fruits of their labor. Breaking Stereotypes Urban children often have limited exposure to agriculture, viewing gardening as a relic of the past. Ivan Parfeny challenged this notion within the walls of School No. 1354 by introducing practical botany lessons in a greenhouse environment. This initiative not only engaged students in hands-on learning about photosynthesis and plant structure but also instilled a deep appreciation for cultivation. Hydroponics: Growing Minds and Greens To extend learning beyond traditional growing seasons, hydroponic systems were introduced within the school. Here, students cultivate microgreens and seedlings in nutrient-rich solutions before transferring them to soil. Empowered to choose their crops, initially drawn to exotic varieties like avocado, they soon opt for faster-growing options lik...

Now that's what we want! Big ups to you Primary ITO for your recognition of our employers and learners needs in work-based learning. Let's leverage the collective knowledge and expertise of our growers more efficiently to pass onto the next generation and secure the future of fruit and vegetable production in NZ. Simon Wilcox, Richard Burke, Dacey Balle, Kirit Makan

One of two courses debuting Oct. 14 for 2024 Greenhouse Training Online from the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences is 'Weed Management.' #Floriculture #Horticulture #Weeds #WeedControl #Training

🌱 Addressing the Needs of Young Professionals in Horticulture 🌿 In a recent HortWeek poll, it's disheartening to see that 63% of respondents believe that young professionals in horticulture are not receiving adequate support from their employers. While 25% do feel the industry is doing enough, it's clear that there's room for improvement. Suggestions range from pushing for a more structured training program and support for attendance at industry events like YPHA, HTA National Plant Show and Glee Birmingham Show. One respondent highlighted the importance of recognizing the value of attending these events, both for the knowledge sharing and contacts, emphasizing the positive impact on business success. However, a significant challenge raised is the lack of awareness among employers about such opportunities. As one employer noted, "If employees don't ask, how can we support them?" It's crucial to bridge this information gap and find effective channels to communicate upcoming events and initiatives beneficial for young professionals in horticulture. Other suggestions from respondents include: 📚 More fact-finding visits and networking opportunities. 🌱 Better training, reflective pay, and support for entry-level horticulturists. 🌍 Government support to cover costs of nurturing young talent. How can we as a industry better support the next generation of talent? A question that will be the cornerstone of addressing the skills shortage from a retention point of view. Full article: