Katie McDaniel, Associate Editor

Katie McDaniel, Associate Editor

Associate Editor

Katie McDaniel is associate editor of Nursery Management magazine. Originally from Georgia, she graduated from Georgia College & State University with a Bachelor of Arts in mass communication. Before joining the business-to-business publication industry, she spent several years as a newspaper reporter, magazine designer and writer for several consumer-facing magazines in Georgia's Lake Country. Katie resides in Hagerstown, Maryland, with her husband Sam. She enjoys exploring new restaurants, hiking and photographing nature. A three-time ASBPE award-winner, Katie is proud to write about the nursery industry and share the incredible stories of many growers and their operations.

Sollum Technologies and Indoor Ag-Con announce recipients of Sollum Student Scholarship

Erica Hernandez and Brandan Shur will have the opportunity to engage with leading growers, researchers and technology providers during the two-day event, expanding their knowledge and professional networks.

Gordon Rowe III appointed director of sales and business development at Hoffman Nursery

Rowe has spent more than two decades working in the horticulture and nursery industry, with experience in sales strategy, customer success and operational efficiency.

Leading Women of Horticulture: Dana Massey, Plantworks Nursery

As a leading woman of horticulture, Dana Massey believes it’s important to never stop learning, work hard and engage with the industry.

Oregon Nurseries Hall of Fame member Jack Bigej passes away

Jack Bigej passed away the night of Feb. 25 while surrounded by his family. He was 83.

Maintenance tips for a stress-free spring

How growers can ensure their equipment is ready to roll out for the busy season.

Richard Lindquist passes away

Link, as he was known, was a preeminent professor of entomology at The Ohio State University.

Spring Meadow Nursery's Freedom Shelley finds joy in plants

As someone who works with biological controls regularly, Freedom Shelley recommends other growers incorporate them in their operations.

Endless Summer hydrangeas and Suntory Senetti glam up Grammys red carpet

The hydrangeas were grown at brand owner Bailey Nurseries’ Oregon facility, while Armstrong Growers grew three Senetti varieties: Magenta, Deep Blue and new Blue Spoon.

Grace Van Belle, founder of Van Belle Nursery, passes away

Grace Van Belle and her husband Bill settled on Matsqui Prairie in 1973 to start Van Belle Nursery and raise their family.

De Vroomen Garden Products launches Sesame Street Collection to inspire next generation of gardeners

This product line for kids brings together the beloved characters of Sesame Street and De Vroomen’s mission to educate the next generation about gardening, sustainability and the wonders of nature.