Established in 1951, the ALabama Nursery & Landscape Association (ALNLA) is a professional association for those involved in and allied to the ornamental horticulture industry. Our Economic Impact Study shows what we suspected to be true—our industry contributes a whopping  2.9 billion dollars, including 44,000 jobs, to the economy of our state annually. The mission of the ALNLA, a non-profit trade association whose business is conducted by an elected board of directors, is to promote the success and professionalism of its membership. Through its annual Gulf States Horticultural Expo, educational seminars around the state and its link with other organizations both in Alabama and across the nation, the ALNLA strives to provide the information and support to make your business more efficient and profitable. Together we can accomplish goals that might be impossible for an individual business alone.
Mid South Green Industry Conference

           MID-SOUTH

     GREEN INDUSTRY

     CONFERENCE

      

       June 19 & 20, 2012

       Muse Center, Pearl, MS

          

     The Mid-South Green Industry Conference is a joint educational effort of the Alabama Nursery & Landscape Association, Arkansas Green Industry Association, Louisiana Nursery & Landscape Association, LSU AgCenter Research & Extension, Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Experiment Station, Mississippi Nursery & Landscape Association, Mississippi State University Extension Service, and University of Arkansas Cooperative Extension.

For more information contact James Harwell at the ALNLA office at

334-821-5148 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .
 
President Message

OUR PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

 

Spring is definitely here!  Birds are singing, flowers are blooming, and based on the comments of many in our industry, phones are ringing!

As everyone is busy moving forward, I would like to look back for just a moment.  While it seems almost a distant memory, the 2012 Gulf States Horticultural Expo was a great success.  There were over 3000 in attendance, and the mood on the floor seemed very upbeat.  Topics of conversation revolved more around the weather and the upcoming busy season than the economic situation of years past.  While our industry continues to face financial challenges, we are cautiously optimistic, and diligently working toward the proverbial “light at the end of the tunnel.”

The ALNLA is involved in two very exciting opportunities this spring.  A partnership of private and public organizations is spearheading an effort to quantify the importance of agriculture, forestry and related industries to the state’s economy.  The Alabama Agribusiness Council, of which ALNLA is a member, the Alabama Cooperative Extension System and the Auburn University College of Agriculture and the School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences are conducting an economic impact study of these industries.  This study will provide extremely valuable information for the promotion of agriculture and forestry in our state and beyond.

Another highlight for the ALNLA this spring is the sponsorship of an intern in the area of public horticulture.  The idea originated with Dr. John Floyd, who felt that increased exposure to the public garden concept would prove extremely beneficial to potential graduates, and in turn, highlight another career path in the field of horticulture.  The first internship will take place at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, and will, in subsequent years, rotate to other public gardens in the state.

Thanks to each of you for the opportunity that you give this board to serve you and the green industry.  We consider it quite a privilege to represent such a wonderful organization!

                                                                                                                                    Bethany O’Rear

ACES, Jefferson County

           

 
 
Awards Programs

The following awards are presently sponsored by the ALNLA:

The Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes an individual who has contributed to the advancement of the horticulture industry within the state of Alabama and to the welfare of the ALNLA.

The Horizon Award recognizes a qualified individual for outstanding service in the field of nursery or greenhouse production, retail garden center, or landscape design, installation or maintenance within the state of Alabama.

The Landscaping Awards highlight individuals and companys that have proved their excellence by completing a project or provided maintanence that falls under one of the Landscaping Award Tiers.

The Awards Program of the Alabama Nursery & Landscape Association is a distinct means through which the Alabama Green Industry can promote public awareness of the impact of ornamental horticulture in environmental improvement. At the same time, the awards recognize the exceptional projects and operations of skilled professionals which enhance the beauty of the landscape and of the industry.

Nomination Forms:

icon 2012 Horizon Award Nomination

icon 2012 Landscape Award Application

icon 2012 Lifetime Achievement Nomination
 
Immigration Webinar On-Line

Immigration Webinar On-line

The Immigration Webinar co-sponsored by the Alabama Nursery and Landscape Association and the Alabama Cooperative Extension System entitled "The Top Ten Dos and Don'ts for Employers Under the Alabama Immigration Reform Act" is now available for viewing at:

http://coursecast.acesag.auburn.edu/Panopto/Pages/Viewer/Default.aspx?id=58d2bf3f-83d6-43bb-a52a-9bd1e062c990
 
2013 GSHE Dates

2013 GSHE Trade Show Dates

Education - Wednesday, Jan. 16

Welcome Reception - Wednesday, Jan. 16

Trade Show - Thursday & Friday, Jan. 17 & 18

Mobile Arthur R. Outlaw Convention Center

One South Water Street

 Mobile, Alabama 36602
 
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