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Discount Available: 2022 Greenhouse Training Online
AFE is a proud sponsor of the following 4-week award-winning certificate courses from UF/IFAS Extension. Train yourself or your current employees with the University of Florida IFAS Extension’s online program. All Greenhouse Training Online courses are taught in both...
AFE’s Strategic Plan Outlines Priorities for Funding the Future of Floriculture
As the industry continues to adapt to the changing world and new ways of conducting business, the American Floral Endowment (AFE) took the opportunity to also take a deeper look at how they can better support industry members and businesses through their floriculture...
Sustainability – Driving the Future of the Floral Industry
The term “sustainability” is used broadly to describe actions aimed at preserving resources: social, human, economic, and environmental. By acting “sustainably,” we can meet our own needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet theirs....
Apply With Ease! Our New Platform for Scholarship Applications
We are now accepting applications for our nearly 30 Undergraduate and Graduate Scholarships through a brand-new online platform. This new platform will increase ease for both students and reviewers creating a shorter path to funding. With responsive features, upload...
The Value of AFE’s Young Professionals Council
Professional Development, Networking, and Growth One of the best ways to ensure a brighter future for our industry is investing in the next generation of young professionals. Every which way you turn, you’ll find exceedingly bright minds and eager youth, ready to take...
Memorial Tribute Established in Memory of John M. Hodapp
The American Floral Endowment (AFE) announces a new memorial tribute in memory of John M. Hodapp. This memorial tribute is established by long-time clients and friends, the Tawaga Family and Ken Young AAF. John was Director of Agency Operations, overseeing the firm’s...
AFE Application Deadlines Calendar
Mark your calendars! Deadlines for our scholarship, internship, research proposal, and educational grant applications are listed below and are consistent year-to-year unless otherwise announced. Click an opportunity to learn more and apply. Free deadline posters are...
Exploring Industry Careers for Young Professionals
An In-Depth Examination by YPC Member, Michael Wijesinghe Industry Survey Results Starting a professional career often leaves one feeling flush with emotion. Whether it is excitement, anxiety, or a combination of the two, the American Floral Endowment's Young...
Help is On the Way! Making an Impossible Supply Chain Possible
Have you heard of the NEW state-of-the-art Airglades International Airport - paired with a full-service logistics center where perishables are THE PRIORITY? Isn’t it time? Airglades International Airport is a new perishable logistics center and airport being developed...
Internship Experiences Providing Skills for Success
2021 AFE Internship Awards and Placements The future looks bright! Let’s kickstart 2022 with some excitement, positive vibes, and industry successes – join us in congratulating ten dedicated students who rocked their internships in 2021 through AFE’s internship...
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2022 Paul Thomas Interns of the Year
2022 Paul Thomas Floriculture Production Interns of the Year Holly Barrus, University of Idaho & William Billmeyer, Kirkwood Community College For three to six months of the year, the interns awarded AFE’s Vic & Margaret Ball Intern Scholarship disperse...
- Special 60th Anniversary Edition of the AFE Bulletin
- AFE In The News – Articles
- AFE Webinars
- Floriculture Infosearch
- #FlowerMarketingMonday
- New Research Application Process
- Floral Holiday Social Media Images
Application Deadlines
- Floral Industry Internships – March 1st & October 1st
- Business Internships – Applications Accepted Year Round
- MS/Ph.D. Scholarships – February 1st
- James & Helen Phillip Floral Design Grant – March 1st
- Undergrad & Graduate Scholarships – May 1st
- Educational Grants – June 1st
- Research Applications – August 1st
- Travel Grant for Arizona Retailers – October 1st