Executive Director Message

Executive Director Message

ByGeorgia Urban Ag CouncilJune 30, 20253 min read

The 2025 UAC board was graciously hosted by Snellings Walters Insurance Agency at their new office located at 5 Concourse Parkway, Sandy Springs. Situated in the iconic “Queen” building, Snellings Walters occupies the 27th floor, offering expansive views of metro-Atlanta. We are grateful to our partners for their generosity in accommodating us there. Dear UAC…

SkillsUSA sparks student interest

SkillsUSA sparks student interest

ByJill OdomOctober 1, 20258 min read

Growing the talent pipeline. Multiple industry members gathered to support the NALP Foundation’s workforce development efforts at the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference in Atlanta. SkillsUSA empowers middle school,…

One Big, Beautiful Bill Act

One Big, Beautiful Bill Act

ByGeorgia Urban Ag CouncilOctober 1, 20258 min read

The bill offers tax breaks that can benefit small-business owners – but it may have additional impacts that aren’t so favorable. The “big, beautiful bill” (BBB), passed on July 4,…

Pritchard joins UGA Griffin team

Pritchard joins UGA Griffin team

ByGeorgia Urban Ag CouncilOctober 1, 20252 min read

Turfgrass weed scientist looks forward to serving Georgia On July 1, Dr. Ben Pritchard joined the UGA Department of Crop and Soil Sciences, based on the Griffin Campus, as Assistant…

New coordinator for GCLP and GCPP

New coordinator for GCLP and GCPP

ByGeorgia Urban Ag CouncilOctober 1, 20251 min read

Salazar brings expertise to UGA Center for Urban Ag   Dr. Melba Salazar-Gutierrez recently joined the Center for Urban Agriculture as coordinator of the Georgia Certified Landscape Professional (GCLP) and…

Automating your urban ag marketing

Automating your urban ag marketing

ByMark ItzkovitzOctober 1, 20256 min read

A guide to growth, efficiency, and client retention. In the fast-paced world of landscape, turfgrass, and horticulture services, companies that embrace marketing automation gain a powerful edge. As digital expectations…