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News ArchivesYEAR2013 | 2012 | 2011 | 2010 | 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | 2006 MONTH Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec HEADLINES Ferti-lome and Monrovia co-brand products Jan. 28, 2011 - “The Ferti-lome® people” from VPG and Monrovia have announced the formation of Distinctively Better® Partners, a joint venture to introduce a line of co-branded garden and plant health products, which will be sold exclusively in independent garden centers, hardware stores, and farm and ranch stores. The top garden apps for 2011 Jan. 25, 2011 - Hands-on gardening has typically been associated with the gripping of a rake, shovel or shears but 21st century gardeners have another tool at their disposal. The Vanguard.ca reports. | READ MORE 2011 the ‘year of the entrepreneur’ Jan. 25, 2011 - The federal government is calling on Canada's private sector, especially small- and medium-sized businesses, to “lead the charge” during the next phase of the economic recovery by spurring innovation and job creation. The Globe and Mail reports. | READ MORE New website for Darwin Perennials Jan. 21, 2011 - Darwin Perennials' new website – www.darwinperennials.com – makes it easy to find the plants you need in the forms that fit your business. Bad managers are toxic to the workplace Jan. 21, 2011 - Bad managers can have negative implications on employee engagement, turnover and workplace morale, according to a recent survey by the Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA) and Canadian HR Reporter. Silver Vase debuts world's first blue orchid Jan. 19, 2011 - Silver Vase proudly introduces Blue Mystique, the world’s first blue orchid.
Five common small business mistakes Jan. 19, 2011 - There are mistakes that should be avoided when running a small business. These errors aren't just common; they can be deadly to any entrepreneurial endeavor. The Globe and Mail reports. | READ MORE Canadian retailers to face challenging 2011 Jan. 17, 2011 - Canadian retailers will face a challenging 2011 despite racking up higher than expected sales during the holiday season, according to a new report from Ernst & Young. The Globe and Mail reports. | READ MORE Lenders open taps to smaller businesses Jan. 12, 2011 - The drought in small-business lending appears to be easing. It’s not yet a funding flood, but by the end of last year banks were making it easier and cheaper for small businesses to get financing, according to a Bank of Canada survey. The Globe and Mail reports. | READ MORE Consumers want more guidance, less choice Jan. 12, 2011 - Consumer choice is a constant source of debate in the retail world. One popular myth is that customers want lots of choices, and the ability to customize. In reality, shoppers actually want fewer and better choices and the chance to personalize. The Globe and Mail reports. | READ MORE |


Jan. 19, 2011 - Silver Vase proudly introduces Blue Mystique, the world’s first blue orchid.
