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Six of One, a
Half Dozen of...
Tim Hodson,
Editorial Director
I
t’s hard to believe, but 2012 is already half over!
It seems like it was just yesterday that we were at California
Spring Trials checking out all of the new variety introductions.
and eagerly awaiting the arrival of spring.
But spring has sprung and we are now entering into the dog
days of summer. Time flies when you’re having fun, doesn’t it?
So now that we have reached the half way point, I have a few
questions for you. What has been your biggest challenge so far this
year? Was it the weather? The economy? Fuel prices? Labor issues?
What were your biggest successes this spring? What was the most
successful variety that you grew this year? Why do you think it was
so successful?
What caught you off guard and totally surprised you during the
first six months?
How is the second half of 2012 looking for your business? What
changes are you making based on what happened during the first six
months of the year?
I know I have asked a lot of questions here, but inquiring minds
want to know how your first six months were? Drop me a line at
[email protected] and let me know how your 2012 has been so
far and what it looks like in the coming months.
Even though Spring Trials is already a few months in the rear
view mirror, but be sure to check out Jasmina Radjevic’s article
highlighting this year’s new
intros on page 16.
Are you planning on attending
OFA Short Course this month
(July 14 to 17) at the Columbus
Convention Center?
If you are, be sure to stop by
Booth #1501 and say “Hi!” to
the GPN and Lawn & Garden
Retailer staff.
We’d love to talk to you and
find out more about how your
2012 is progressing. g
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Tim Hodson
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Editorial Director
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