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International Society of Horticulture Science
During the nineteenth century, horticulturists around the world
recognized the need to exchange information to ensure a global
understanding of plants. Thus, they established the fi rst International
Horticultural Congress in Belgium in 1854. In 1959, the organization offi cially
became the International Society of Horticulture Science (ISHS).
Today, more than 7500 members around the world participate in
ISHS. The organization’s objective is to inspire research and education in
all branches of horticultural science and to spread knowledge on a global
scale through symposiums and publications. Membership is open to all
researchers, educators, students, and horticultural industry professionals.
National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP)
The National Association of Landscape Professionals boasts 100,000
professional landscape and lawn care industry members. The NALP provides
industry education, safety education, networking, and business development
opportunities. The organization also hosts webinars, conferences, days of
service (volunteer opportunities), and industry conventions, Figure 4-19.
AmericanHort
In January 2014, AmercianHort was founded by the merger of the
American Nursery and Landscape Association and the Association of
Horticultural Professionals. This organization represents all horticulture areas
and includes students, educators, researchers, breeders, retailers, distributors,
greenhouse and nursery growers, interior and exterior landscapers, fl orists,
manufacturers, and all others who are part of the industry. AmericanHort
claims to be the leading and the largest association for the horticulture
industry. The mission of the organization is to unite members across the
country, be infl uential advocates, support plant businesses, and promote
healthy communities.
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Figure 4-19. Sod workers are installing turfgrass in an NALP project. Are there any NALP
projects in your area? Are there other horticultural organizations in your area looking for
volunteers?D
Corner Question
Which horticulture
organization is housed
on 25 acres on a historic
estate in Virginia?