2008
January 2008Volume 8.01
In this month's newsletter we discuss the potential impacts of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 on the grass seed industry. Additionally, we highlight some of the amazing features of annual ryegrass.
February 2008Volume 8.02
This month we take a look out some of our top performing forage grasses and remind you of some useful marketing tools!
April 2008Volume 8.04
Hurray! Spring has finally arrived throughout the U.S., and none too soon. In this issue, we report on the current market situation and Persist orchardgrass' drought hardiness.
May 2008Volume 8.05
In this issue we discuss consumer trends as noted by the NPD group.
June 2008Volume 8.06
This month's newsletter includes a new product announcement, a crop and market update and the results from Texas' annual ryegrass forage trials.
August 2008Volume 8.08
This month we highlight the genetic color ratings of our two newest perennial ryegrass varieties, Nexus XD and Nexus XR. Additionally, we include a crop and market update.
September 2008Volume 8.09
In this month's issue, we discuss our current crop and market conditions, the issue of field burning and observations about the trend toward tall fescue.
November 2008Volume 8.11
Our November newsletter announces that Smith Seed has expanded its “services” with the addition of a state of the art seed coating facility! Additionally, we discuss the current state of crops and introduce a tool to help promote improved varieties.