Industry News

Message from WF&FSA's President - What’s Ahead in 2024?

WF&FSA President Darin Dewberry takes a moment to reflect on WF&FSA's efforts from the past year and how the association is planning to invest in its membership in 2024 and beyond. So what lies ahead? Read on to learn more.


Delaware Valley Floral Group Acquiring Ferris Bros, Wholesale Florist

The Delaware Valley Floral Group (DVFG) has reached an agreement to acquire Ferris Brothers Wholesale Florist, located in Middlesex, New Jersey. DVFG will acquire certain assets of the company through an asset purchase agreement


Board Member Spotlight: Chris Berglund

Get to Know Chris Berglund from Washington Floral Service in this Board Member Spotlight

WF&FSA's governing body consists of five officers who make up the Executive Committee along with Board members. We are grateful for their dedication and contribution to the success of our industry. Get to know new Board Member Chris Berglund.


Board Member Spotlight: Erin Brotherton

Get to Know Erin Brotherton from DWF in this Board Member Spotlight

WF&FSA's governing body consists of five officers who make up the Executive Committee along with Board members. We are grateful for their dedication and contribution to the success of our industry. Get to know new Board Member Erin Brotherton.


Board Member Spotlight: John Burk

Get to Know John Burk from DVFlora in this Board Member Spotlight

WF&FSA's governing body consists of five officers who make up the Executive Committee along with Board members. We are grateful for their dedication and contribution to the success of our industry. Get to know new Board Member John Burk.


Rosaprima 3R Program: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

By Jena Gizerskiy, Sales Manager, Rosaprima

Rosaprima is not just a farm that grows iconic roses. They are a team of dedicated individuals committed to promoting environmental sustainability through responsible farming practices. Their passion for learning and improving is evident in their efforts to manage their land sustainably.


Top 5 Reasons to Have a Strong Relationship with Your Growers

By Alejandro Henao, Director, The Flower Co.

With more farms offering MIA and Origin inventory availability, wholesalers nationwide have the ‎opportunity to make a direct impact at the source. The supply chain has evolved drastically. Anything ‎we saw as impossible in the past, now has potential competitive advantages that are ready for anyone ‎willing to grab them.‎


The Future in Bloom at FDC 2023

A Recap of Three Great Days in Miami

On March 6–8, the Wholesale Florist and Florist Supplier Association (WF&FSA) welcomed ‎over 600 attendees to the 2023 Floral Distribution Conference (FDC) in Miami, FL.


IFD’s Flower Trend Forecast

IFD to Launch the Reimagined Flower Trends Forecast

The floriculture industry plays an important role in the health and well-being of the human race. When it comes to the sharing of emotions, flowers and plants overcome all language barriers and serve as a universal language.


Memorial Tribute Established in Memory of Nicholas I. Paul

A memorial tribute honoring Nicholas Ignatius Paul has been established by Georgianna and Dennis Paul through the American Floral Endowment (AFE).


Above All Flowers and New Bloom Solutions Launch the First Comprehensive Calendar of Events and Conventions to Support the Flower Industry in a collaborative way

This initiative will enhance collaboration and connection between all key players in the flower industry

Above All Flowers and New Bloom Solutions launched the first known comprehensive collaborative flower industry calendar of events and conventions, with the participation of more than eight different partners who collaborated on this calendar in favor of the flower industry.


Memorial Tribute Established in Memory of Del Demaree, Floral Industry Champion and Pioneer

A memorial tribute has been established through the American Floral Endowment (AFE), honoring Delmar “Del” Earl Demaree Jr., AAF.


2017: The New Generation of Consumerism

Jacque Sir Louis, Smithers-Oasis


2017 Pantone Color of the Year

Yvonne Ashton, Mayesh; Co-Chair, Marketing Committee