Matt McClellan, Editor

Matt McClellan, Editor

Editor

Matt McClellan is editor of Nursery Management magazine. He’s been covering the nursery industry for more than 10 years. He’s a proud product of Ohio University’s E.W. Scripps School of Journalism. He earned his stripes at a daily newspaper before transitioning to business-to-business journalism. He’s a five-time ASBPE award-winner and the caretaker of a decent perennial garden. Matt lives in Bay Village, Ohio, with his wife, two sons and their flat-coated retriever. He enjoys playing sports and video games with his kids. He’s a passable rhythm guitarist and veteran of several recreational softball teams.

Cultural controls

Chemical control is essential, but there are several ways to reduce pest pressure without a spray or drench.

Paying it forward

Jim and Kathy Deal have grown Pender Nursery into a successful business while growing the next generation of horticulturists.

Chilli thrips (Scirtothrips dorsalis)

This indiscriminate pest will attack all sorts of crops.

New blood

A new program at York College of Pennsylvania is training the next generation of horticulturists.

In focus

Don’t lose sight of your scouting program, or it could spell trouble.

Bait & Switch

Don’t get double-brokered: How to avoid the scam and make sure your shipment arrives safely without being forced to pay double.

An inquisitive mind

Shawn Cox has led Arizona Wholesale Growers through innovative approaches and problem solving.

Department of Labor finalizes H-2A wage rule

The rule revises methodology for determining the Adverse Effect Wage Rate for H-2A workers and any U.S. workers in corresponding employment.

Grant Kees joins BioSafe Systems

Kees will represent the company's Horticulture Division in Alabama and Florida.