TNLA's Green Matters Newsletter provides industry news, trends, and research every Tuesday

Could AI Drones Help Solve Agriculture’s Labor Shortage?

With farms facing growing labor challenges and rising costs in the H-2A guest worker program, some producers are experimenting with AI-powered drones to monitor crops and support field operations. The trend highlights how automation and ag-tech may play a larger role in addressing workforce gaps in agriculture.Read More

Where Homeowners Are Spending in 2026—and What It Means for Landscape Businesses

A new HIRI study highlights the home improvement projects consumers are prioritizing this year. Outdoor upgrades and property maintenance continue to drive spending, offering insight into where landscape companies, nurseries, and garden centers may see the most customer demand in 2026. Read More

US Drought Monitor: March 5, 2026 Map

The lack of winter precipitation combined with periods of unseasonably warm temperatures and enhanced winds led to an increasing coverage of severe (D2) to extreme (D3) drought from the Mississippi River west through Oklahoma and Texas. Read More

What Gen Z Wants from Flowers and What It Means for Retailers

New nationwide research surveying more than 2,000 Gen Z consumers reveals how this generation discovers, evaluates, and purchases flowers. Social media trends, sustainability practices, and product freshness all play a major role in buying decisions—insights that can help floral and garden retailers adapt to the next wave of customers. Read More

Landscape Design Inspiration: Where Professionals Find Fresh Ideas

Looking for new design inspiration? Exploring botanical gardens, historic estates, and public landscapes can expose designers to new plant palettes, seasonal interest, and creative solutions to common landscape challenges. Read More