Florida Nursery, Growers & Landscape Association: FNGLA is an agricultural trade association working to enhance Florida's nursery and landscape industry.
FNGLA’s executive leaders had the opportunity to meet with lawmakers in Washington, D.C. this week, advocating for Florida’s nursery and landscape industry.
Today, Gov. DeSantis signed the #FloridaFarmBill into law, protecting the right of landscape pros to choose the equipment that works best for their businesses and customers. Thanks @GovRonDeSantis@FDACS@WiltonSimpson and the Florida Legislature for supporting our industry!
The 2026 Florida Farm Bill was passed today! This legislation is a win for every landscape professional in Florida. We are grateful to @FDACS Commissioner @WiltonSimpson, Rep. @dannyalvarezsr, Rep. Johnson, and Senator Truenow (@SodFatherFL), for their support.
Today, Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson announced that beginning February 25, 2026, Florida’s agricultural producers can apply for more than $600 million in disaster assistance for impacts from the 2023 and 2024 hurricane seasons. In addition, Commissioner Simpson is asking the federal government for approval to use Florida’s disaster block grant program to immediately fund relief for agricultural producers impacted by the historic 2026 ice storm.
Learn more: https://t.co/Nsmt6vOidD
Palm Quest is offers the latest in research and actionable palm knowledge. This year, experience candid discussions about what’s working—and what’s not, updated BMPs and pest management strategies, and expanded networking. Learn more and register: https://t.co/lfIXLO3Hzg
The deadline to nominate a dedicated industry professional for one of FNGLA's Industry Awards is Wednesday, March 11. Learn more about each award and nominate an industry leader today: https://t.co/RVZcfIi4TA
The #FloridaFarmBill has cleared its last committee stop in the House. Thanks to House bill sponsors, Rep. @dannyalvarezsr and Rep. Chad Johnson, and to @FDACS for supporting Florida's growers and landscapers. Next, it will be placed on the House calendar for debate and voting.
The 2026 Florida Farm Bill aims to protect the use of gasoline‑powered landscape tools. Learn more in @FNGLA Tal Coley's opinion column >> https://t.co/UPSqRWl6vf
FNGLA was honored to welcome Commissioner @WiltonSimpson to our Board Meeting. Thanks for your continued partnership and dedication to strengthening Florida’s nursery & landscape industry. Collaboration between industry and state leadership is key to keeping FL growing strong.
Congresswoman Cammack is hosting Farm Bill listening sessions in Florida tomorrow, Feb. 13:
▶️ 8 - 9:30 a.m. @ Santa Fe River Ranch, Alachua
▶️ 1:30 -3 p.m. @ Warner University, Lake Wales
▶️ 5 - 6:30 p.m. @ John Boy Auditorium, Clewiston
RSVP to: [email protected]
The 2026 #FloridaFarmBill cleared its 2nd Senate committee stop. Sponsored by Sen. Keith Truenow and Rep. Danny Alvarez, it updates Florida ag and consumer services regulations and prohibits local restrictions on gas-powered farm or landscape equipment. Next: Senate Rules Comm.
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