Horticulture teacher wins honorary STEM award

Paul Polchla has a Ph.D. in zoology and has taught at colleges and universities across the country, including Eastern New Mexico University, the University of Alaska-Fairbanks, Louisiana State University, and the University of Arkansas. But after landing at CNM, he decided to pursue his passion for plants and began teaching horticulture instead. “I’ve been a … Read more

Horticulture teacher wins honorary STEM award

Paul Polchla has a Ph.D. in zoology and has taught at colleges and universities across the country, including Eastern New Mexico University, the University of Alaska-Fairbanks, Louisiana State University, and the University of Arkansas. But after landing at CNM, he decided to pursue his passion for plants and began teaching horticulture instead. “I’ve been a … Read more

Horticulture education for those wishing to enter the Northland horticulture industry

Participants in a new horticulture course at Kaikohe will work in an avocado garden as part of their studies. Those looking to break into the Far North’s growing horticulture industry can enroll on a new course in Kaikohe. NorthTec and Te Kotahitanga e Mahi Kaha Trust (TKEMKT) are launching a horticulture course in Te Kona … Read more

Horticulture education for those wishing to enter the Northland horticulture industry

Participants in a new horticulture course at Kaikohe will work in an avocado garden as part of their studies. Those looking to break into the Far North’s growing horticulture industry can enroll on a new course in Kaikohe. NorthTec and Te Kotahitanga e Mahi Kaha Trust (TKEMKT) are launching a horticulture course in Te Kona … Read more

An ‘All America’ celebration of horticulture

By visiting the designated AAS Display Garden, you can see all of the recent AAS winners in an easily identifiable garden.

July 4th is Independence Day, the biggest celebration of the year when Americans proudly celebrate their freedom and remember the hard work, dedication, and spirit of unity that has given us 246 years of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. From a horticultural perspective, we are extremely fortunate to live in a country with … Read more

History, horticulture and 4-H lead to future harvests.

Founded in 1998, Future Harvest is a non-profit group focused on sustainable agriculture, fishing and food in Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, West Virginia and Washington, DC – all part of the Chesapeake Bay Basin region. The group provides farmer-to-farmer education and novice farmer training as well as advocacy. Grace Leatherman is providing new leadership to the … Read more

How FFA prepares students to become ag leaders

The 2021 NC FFA state officers smiling and wearing blue corduroy jackets.

North Carolina Future Farmers (FFA) is comprised of 338 chapters throughout the state. Within those chapters, there are more than 30,000 students ranging from middle school to high school. These students come from different places. However, what is consistent among the group is that each student has the opportunity to develop important skills and knowledge … Read more

University of Amsterdam + Golden Gate University: A unique new partnership offers students a Bachelor’s degree in Cannabis Business.

OAKLAND, Calif., June 21, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — University of Amsterdam (OU) is pleased to announce an exciting educational partnership. Golden Gate University (GGU) The partnership allows students to transfer credits Amsterdam certificate courses in their bachelor’s degree at GGU. It is the first partnership of its kind. OU graduates may transfer up to 18 … Read more