News

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  Guidance for farmers on pandemic preparedness plans and the CHAMP tool

  Published on September 18, 2020
  Find answers to common questions about operational requirements specified by Michigan Executive Orders.

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  Garden center retail survival strategy series: Marketing and merchandizing

  Published on April 20, 2020
  Garden retailers should boost their online marketing presence to get customers excited for the spring season and then focus on selling customers solutions and packages of products.

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  Resources for greenhouse growers, florists and retailers during the COVID-19 pandemic

  Published on April 20, 2020
  There are many resources for both wholesale and garden retails on methods to hold crops and implement social distancing at garden centers.

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  Garden center retail survival strategy series: Communicating in extraordinary times

  Published on April 20, 2020
  Own the moment with frequent, honest and persistently positive messages.

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  Garden center retail survival strategy series: Thinking through the shopping experience

  Published on April 20, 2020
  Garden retailers should plan for a safe shopping experience for customers by implementing social distancing, curbside pick up and touchless payment options.