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?Major Announcement! For the first time in 120 years, Ball Seed will completely update the way we gather seed orders. Our new vending machine-inspired system brings the seeds directly to the person filling your order. No more searching shelves; every packet arrives exactly when and where it’s needed, making the whole process faster and more precise. This system will allow us to ship faster and more accurately, allow us to handle high shipping peaks, and provide ideal storage conditions to extend shelf life and maximize seed quality. ?To make this exciting move of North America’s largest seed inventory into the updated system, a short-term shipping interruption will occur as our team works to get the new process underway. ?????? ???????? ???????????? ???????????? ???????????? ?????????? ??:???? ???? (??????) ???? ??????????????????, ?????????? ????, ???????? ???? ???????? ?????????? ????????????, ?????????? ????, ???????? ?????? ???????????? ???? ?????? ?????? ???????????? ???? ???????????????? ?????? ???????????????? ???????? ????????????. Please check your sow schedule to see if you anticipate needing a seed delivery late in Week 12 on March 20th or 21st. We encourage you to order in advance or anticipate the later arrival of your order!

Don't miss the news in the March edition of CalFlowers monthly newsletter! ??? Letter from the Executive Director ??? Blooming opportunities for the floral industry ???Transportation updates ??? Member & benefit spotlights ??? Industry events and so much more! Read in full: https://lnkd.in/gjRn74tU ??: Rocky Mountain Liners

Missed one of our recent Grow Pro Webinars? Don’t worry! The full library of past recordings is available on our YouTube for you to watch and share with your team as training resources. Watch past webinars and register for upcoming sessions here: https://lnkd.in/g7v-Vqy4. Make sure to subscribe to our YouTube to see the webinars as soon as they're available!

What an unforgettable night at the 5th Annual Bloom Together Event! ??? A huge thank you to our incredible attendees and collaborators for making this event such a vibrant and inspiring experience! ?? Stay tuned for more photos from #TBTE25 coming soon! Huge thanks to all our collaborators: RipeLocker, Inc. Seed Your Future Pollen Talent Floral Recruiting American Floral Endowment Deliflor Chrysanten B.V. Thursd. U.S. Greens Corp Rosaprima Esmeralda Farms Jet Fresh Flower Distributors & Jet Fresh Flower Growers, S.A. Koronet Danziger FLORALINK LLC Bloomia (more in the comments!) #TBTE25 #FloralCommunity #BloomTogether #FloralNetworking #EventHighlights #IndustryConnections

Hot off the press! Have you received your 2025-2026 Membership Directory? The directory is full of pertinent information, member resources and services, valued partners, and celebratory photos. Utilize the directory to connect with other members, source flowers, and so much more! ... #CalFlowers #FloralIndustry #FloralDirectory #FloralSourcing

Counting Down to the Protea Association Event at Kendall Farms ? The wait is almost over! In just a few weeks, on Monday, March 31, we’re excited to welcome the Protea Association for an exclusive farm tour at Kendall Farms. We are excited to show you the care and dedication that goes into growing these stunning flowers. This event is a chance to explore the farm, connect with fellow flower lovers, and experience the magic of protea farming up close. ?? Date: Monday, March 31 ?? Location: Kendall Farms ?? Event: Kendall Farms Farm Tour & Protea Association Gathering The countdown is on — we’re looking forward to welcoming The Protea Association and other fellow flower enthusiasts for an unforgettable day at the flower farm! Check out the event details here: https://lnkd.in/eCmF4QB5 #ProteaAssociation #FarmTour #FlowerFarming #KendallFarms #Proteas #FlowerCommunity #FamilyFarm

?? Networking is the secret ingredient in the #flowerindustry Whether you're looking to hire top talent or land your dream job in the floral industry, building strong connections can open doors you never knew existed. ??? Check out our latest blog on The Power of Networking and start expanding your reach today: https://lnkd.in/eXf8EqzB #NetworkingWorks #FloralOpportunities #CareerGrowth #FloralRecruitment #FloralCareers #FloralJobs #FloralIndustry #FlowerWholesaler #WholesaleFlowers #FloralDistributor #FlowerImporters #FlowerIndustry

Make the most of our all-in-one career platform for the floral industry, the AFE Career Center! We recently launched a Spring Hiring Campaign to connect employers and job-seekers during the busy season. ?? Visit https://lnkd.in/esuta635 today to access current job openings, valuable recruitment tools, and expert career guidance to support your journey! Employers, make sure to use code HIRE2025 for 25% off your job posting!

Tulip Day NYC is back! ??Pick your free bouquet of flowers and celebrate spring with the Netherlands and New York City ???????? Union Square will be transformed into a breathtaking floral display on Sunday, March 30, 2025, as 170,000 tulips take over the park for Tulip Day 2025. Consul General Ahmed Dadou: “The tulip has enjoyed a unique significance throughout our history, and it’s remarkable to see the joy that this very Dutch flower continues to bring to people all around the world. We’re delighted to collaborate with Royal Anthos, NYC Department of Parks & Recreation and Union Square Partnership as we welcome the 2nd Annual Tulip Day, to bring New Yorkers a dash of spring color and a bit of our tradition to their Union Square Park this March.” Flowers make people smile, so book your ticket in advance, starting March 17. Link in comments.

Check out the Cut Flower Podcast from Ball Horticultural Company where host Joan Mazat, Ball SB Manager discusses the That Flower Feeling self care mission with their marketing committee Ball SB's Marketing Director, Carmen Lucía Marquez, Kennicott's Marketing Director, Lisa Nason, and Smithers-Oasis North America's Director of Sales, Karen Oie. Podcast: Click link below > Select the "Industry Interviews" tab > Select "Get That Flower Feeling" > Sit back and enjoy! https://lnkd.in/gWXhu7Ve