Floral News

AFA Benefits AFA Newsletters AFA Press Releases Fun 'N Sun Updates Industry News Member Instructions Member Spotlights

Seed Your Future Launches Careers In Bloom: A Journey from Flower Farm to Vase
Seed Your Future Launches Careers In Bloom: A Journey from Flower Farm to Vase

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Jazmin Albarran, Executive Directorjalbarran@SeedYourFuture.org(703) 838-5209 New Series Spotlights 10 Floral Industry Careers – and the Sponsors Making It Possible Alexandria, VA – November 4, 2026 – Seed Your Future (SYF) is proud to announce... Continue Reading

Postedby Monnaie C. Pepin
Date posted11/4/2026


Peony Grower Secures Federal Funding & Advice on How You Can Too
Peony Grower Secures Federal Funding & Advice on How You Can Too

An innovative Alaska peony project highlights how federal grant funding can support new markets, research, and business opportunities across the floral industry. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced $86.6 million in grant funding for 609 projects across 56 states and... Continue Reading

Date posted11/3/2026


Details Flowers Software Connects Floral Creativity and Profitability
Details Flowers Software Connects Floral Creativity and Profitability

Creating beautiful floral designs takes creativity, but running a successful floral business also requires careful pricing, cost management, and coordination. Details Flowers Software is a platform that helps florists and designers do more and earn more. Details streamlines proposals, ensures... Continue Reading

Date posted10/28/2026


How Kindred Botanical Market Creates a Welcoming Environment for Customers
How Kindred Botanical Market Creates a Welcoming Environment for Customers

With bulk flowers, a botanically themed gift shop, and two Highland cows in the mix, this AFA member is building a floral business around approachability, shared knowledge, and relationships. Located in Georgetown, Texas, Kindred Botanical Market serves a diverse mix of floral customers, from... Continue Reading

Date posted10/22/2026


Houseplant Purchasing Trends Revealed in New Consumer Study
Houseplant Purchasing Trends Revealed in New Consumer Study

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 15, 2026 – Floral Marketing Fund's latest study compares consumer trends from 2019, 2021, and 2025, highlighting purchasing behaviors, spending, and opportunities for the floral industry. Are consumers still buying houseplants like they were during the... Continue Reading

Postedby Monnaie C. Pepin
Date posted10/16/2026


Growing Demand for Culturally Significant Flowers
Growing Demand for Culturally Significant Flowers

Culturally significant flowers represent an opportunity for floral businesses willing to look beyond traditional markets. By learning about local communities, understanding the flowers that matter to them and making availability known, growers, wholesalers and retailers can help meet an important... Continue Reading

Date posted10/13/2026


October 2026 Newsletter
October 2026 Newsletter

    Floral News     AFA is proud to support the future of floriculture by showcasing the importance of our industry and the diverse career opportunities available to the next generation of leaders. In... Continue Reading

Date posted10/13/2026


The Future of Floriculture: Insights from Anna Caroline Ball
The Future of Floriculture: Insights from Anna Caroline Ball

The Colorado Nursery and Greenhouse Association’s (CNGA) annual Women in Horticulture Luncheon brought together female professionals from across Colorado’s horticulture industry for an opportunity to connect, share ideas, and look toward the future of the industry. A highlight of the... Continue Reading

Postedby Jordan Richardson
Date posted10/12/2026


“Life In Bloom” Featured in Create TV Marathon
“Life In Bloom” Featured in Create TV Marathon

Life In Bloom Celebrates “Spooky Season” Create TV is including episodes of J Schwanke's Life in Bloom in their Spooky Season Salute marathon coming up Friday, October 30, Saturday, October 31, and Sunday, November 1. Enjoy episode 610 ‘Día de los Muertos’ and... Continue Reading

Postedby Monnaie C. Pepin
Date posted10/9/2026


WFFSA Opens Registration for FDC 2027
WFFSA Opens Registration for FDC 2027

WFFSA Opens Registration for FDC 2027, Unveiling Expanded Conference Experience in MiamiNew venue, expanded education and a refreshed conference format bring more opportunities for business, networking and industry collaboration to the 2027 Floral Distribution Conference. Washington, DC –... Continue Reading

Postedby Monnaie C. Pepin
Date posted10/2/2026


The Floral Consultancy Helping Businesses Succeed
The Floral Consultancy Helping Businesses Succeed

Robert Koene Flower Consultancy helps floral businesses stay commercially relevant in a rapidly changing market. With more than 35 years of international experience in floral design, education and retail, Robert Koene works with florists, wholesalers, growers, supermarkets and floral... Continue Reading

Postedby Jordan Richardson
Date posted09/18/2026


Member Spotlight: Royal Imports
Member Spotlight: Royal Imports

For more than a century, Royal Imports has been a trusted name in the floral industry. They offer an extensive and growing assortment of more than 1,500 floral hardgoods, including glass vases, sympathy supplies, candles, ribbon, floral tools, packaging, and more, all under one roof. This... Continue Reading

Postedby Jordan Richardson
Date posted09/17/2026