Posted: June 7, 2013
OFA Short Course
Stop by booth #1623 to see the Plantpeddler team at the OFA Short Course this year.
You will not want to miss these two great educational sessions. Mike’s first session is on “Calculating Real Crop Cost” on Sunday, July 14th 1:00pm-5:00pm. And Mike is also a speaker on “Tapping the Begonia Craze” Tuesday, July 16th 8:00am-9:00am.
We look forward to seeing you all there.
Calculating Real Crop Costs #GH242
Date: Sunday, July 14
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Location: E172
Speakers: Charlie Hall, Lloyd Traven, Mike Gooder
Description:
Do you know how much it costs to produce that 4-inch geranium, the 12-inch hanging basket, or the 10-inch poinsettia? Really? If not, how can you knowledgably price your product and allow yourself to stay profitable year around? Charlie, Mike, and Lloyd will help you understand how to account for the range of production and administrative inputs, with associated costs, that can allow you to comfortably and confidently price your product for profitability and growth.
Track:
Greenhouse
Charlie Hall
Texas A&M University
Lloyd Traven
Peace Tree Farm
Mike Gooder
Plantpeddler Inc
Tapping the Begonia Craze #GH431
Date: Tuesday, July 16
8:00 am – 9:00 am
Location: Ballroom 2
Speakers: Lloyd Traven, Mike Gooder
Description:
Get an overview of some of the different begonias in the trade and strategies for successful production. Key parameters that must be manipulated to ensure a high-quality product will be described and discussed. Examples of production schedules will be presented, and information on the opportunities and challenges associated with growing begonias will be shared.
Track:
Greenhouse
Lloyd Traven
Peace Tree Farm
Mike Gooder
Plantpeddler Inc