Horticulture

Purchase horticulture supplies Running a horticulture business-whether you're an independent farmer, a small nursery or a giant nursery retailer-takes many different tools to get the job done. Supplies from bulbs, cuttings and seeds to pruning tools and plant labels are all part of your business expenses. You'll also need the proper equipment to handle your operations as well. Make sure to shop around for not only the best value but for a quality product.

I recommend:  American Horticulture Supply offers a variety of items including hand tools, fertilizers, irrigation and labels. Find a full line of horticulture products and supplies at Carlin Horticultural Supplies.

Offer options in wholesale produce The demand for wholesale produce stems from the rising cost of foods and questions about whether or not imported produce is even safe. You'll find that customers prefer locally grown produce or the chance to grow their own from seed.

I recommend:  Browse the 10 different varieties of Agrico Holland potatoes with seed available from Parkland Seed Potatoes. Nature Hills Nursery offers a variety of fruit trees to purchase.

Join the movement toward organic farming Rising in popularity, the organic food industry has moved beyond the farmer's market and into the mainstream with national grocers and discount retailers joining the ranks. With more consumer demand, organic foods nets more than $14 billion annually in the US.

I recommend:  Browse through the seed and nursery stock supplies from Peaceful Valley Farm Supply. Great Harvest Organics offers organic seeds of corn, alfalfa, wheat and soybeans that have already been thoroughly researched and tested, as well as selected to perform well in organic conditions.