CONTENTS THE BUSINESS MAGAZINE FOR COMMERCIAL GROWERS MAY 2024 | VOLUME 34, NUMBER 5 54 On the Cover Osteospermum '4D Blue Ice' from Selecta One stood out 8 62 FEATURES 8 Automation Managing what you measure The keys to unlocking a data-driven operation with technology By Allison Kopf 14 Technology Innovations Illuminating the future: Dynamic LED technology Greenhouse lighting has been a transformative technology in the greenhouse industry By Rose Séguin 18 The Class of 2024 Meet this year's honorees and celebrate their contributions to the industry 44 Houseplants 2024: Year of the African Violet A favorite houseplant with lasting color and a touch of nostalgia By Teresa McPherson 48 Variety Information A bevy of blooms Notable annuals that are winning over growers and consumers alike Compiled by Heather Machovina SPECIAL SECTION 54 Big Grower Red Sun Farms Relying on vertical integration for success By Keith Loria COLUMNS 60 Technically Speaking Controlling greenhouse temperature for successful production By Erik Runkle 62 Culture Report Garden Gems Cercis Collection By Kristen Pullen 66 SGAFT Technology ladders + math = actionable education By Peter Konjoian 68 AmericanHort Cultivate your success By Celina Young Miss our April issue? It's now available to view on gpnmag.com GREENHOUSE PRODUCT NEWS 3 DEPARTMENTS 4 Editor's Report 59 Product Showcase 70 Product Marketplace 74 Classifieds/Ad Index at the 2024 California Spring Trials with big white and blue double blooms. Photo courtesy of Kim Sammartino.http://www.gpnmag.com