Danziger celebrates its annual tribute to women who have, by their example, shown what women can achieve. Alison Bradley was invited to interview four women that she believed to be ground breakers in floristry. Her choices reveal the diversity and inspiration that women bring to others when they are just being themselves. These are women who inspire and influence others all over the world.

Here the four talented women selected:

ELGIN, Minn. — This February during National Cancer Prevention Month, Honeybear Brands® Pazazz® apple and Chef Elle Simone Scott of America’s Test Kitchen are encouraging Americans to check out the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) online tool, cancer health check which gives instant feedback about how well they match up with AICR’s evidence-based recommendations to lower the risk of cancer and other chronic diseases.

Rio Roses suggests good preparation and some timely marketing tips for florists and the upcoming holidays, specifically St. Patrick’s Day. Here are a few of their tried-and-true favorites:

1. Prepare St. Patrick’s Day inventory

The International Fresh Produce Association is pleased to announce Deborah Zoellick as its new director of Floral Programs. Zoellick, who previously served as a sourcing manager for Walmart, will bring almost 2 decades of floral expertise to the organization. She succeeds long-time IFPA staffer Becky Roberts, who retires in March 2023.

The Vidalia Onion Committee announced today that its long-time manager, Bob Stafford, has officially retired. His last day as the executive director of the VOC was Jan. 1, 2023, after working with the VOC and the Vidalia Onion Business Council for 29 years. The VOC will now be looking to fill his position with a new executive director. 

Revitalizing its sustainability promise, Oppy released the first edition of its sustainability report, “Expect the world from us,” outlining its accomplishments and vision for the future.