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AFE announces the winner of the 2019 Paul Ecke, Jr. Scholarship!
Established in 2002, the Paul Ecke, Jr. fund offers $5,000 a year for two years to one graduate student who demonstrates the skills and passion to become a leading floricultural …Read More »AFE 2019 Altman Family Scholars
AFE’s 2019 Altman Family Scholars: Paul Cockson, Yiyun Lin, and David Tork The Altman Family Scholarship was created in 2015 by Ken and Deena Altman—owners of Altman Plants—as one of …Read More »Internships Making a Difference!
For students and the industry In the last year alone, AFE has awarded and placed over 20 students in paid internships at leading floral industry organizations. Internships provide a hands-on …Read More »The Latest on Pollinators
Impacts and Residual Longevity of Systemic Insecticides on Pollinators in Ornamental Plant Production System As floriculture professionals, we value the importance of flowers to human well-being and seek sustainable production …Read More »Shelby Shy Memorial Tribute Established
A memorial tribute has been established by industry members Lori, Brian and Tanner Wheat from Lafayette Florists in Colorado, Charles Ingrum of Dr. Delphinium in Dallas, Texas, and the Midwest …Read More »