Greenhouse Grower to Grower

Ep. 3 - Kristine Lonergan, Garden State Growers

Kristine Lonergan is Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Garden State Growers, which grows annuals, perennial, and houseplants across three locations in New Jersey. I recently caught up with Kristine to talk about lessons the company learned from the 2023 growing season, how they are planning for 2024, and why it’s important to get out in the field to meet with and get to know your customers.
Read More: https://www.greenhousegrower.com/management/greenhouse-grower-to-grower-podcast-how-garden-state-growers-is-planning-for-2024/

Ep. 2 - Abe Van Wingerden, Metrolina Greenhouses

In the first episode of Greenhouse Grower to Grower, we talked with Art Van Wingerden, one of the owners of Metrolina Greenhouses. This week, we’re talking to Art’s brother, Abe Van Wingerden, about why 2023 was a success for Metrolina and its customers, the power of data, and why it’s important to stick to your plan during tumultuous times. Here’s our conversation.
Read More: https://www.greenhousegrower.com/management/greenhouse-grower-to-grower-podcast-a-chat-with-abe-van-wingerden/

Ep. 1 - Art Van Wingerden, Metrolina Greenhouses

Art Van Wingerden is one of the owners of Metrolina Greenhouses, one of the nation’s largest greenhouse operations. Metrolina is a multi-generational family business that recently celebrated its 50th anniversary. Art works with almost 60 contract growers from across the country, and manages growing operations for Metrolina. We talked to Art about Metrolina’s commitment to sustainability, how the company invests in its technology and its team, and much more.
Read More: https://www.greenhousegrower.com/management/presenting-the-greenhouse-grower-to-grower-podcast-featuring-art-van-wingerden/