2 LooseLeaf February/March 2018 colorad o nga.org Our Mission To create opportunities for horticultural and associated industry professionals to collaboratively grow their businesses through fellowship, education, advocacy and certification. Cover Photo Courtesy of Colorado State University 3 Message from the Board Advocating for the Green Industry 4 Here for the Members Get Ready for ProGreen! 5 Member Profiles Denver Parks & Recreation Dōnath Lake Greenhouses 16 Federal Outlook A New Tax Bill Under the Christmas Tree 18 GreenCO Update 2018 Colorado Legislative Report 19 Safety Corner Creating a Safety Culture in the Workplace 20 CSU Research Update Superior Herbaceous Perennials 22 CHREF Help Us Create a Legacy 23 NewMembers, Classified Ads, & Advertisers List 24 New Year, NewWebsite Dan Wise, CCNP, President Fort Collins Wholesale Nursery 970.484.1289
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