Company news7/28/2025
Sentry Insurance maintains A+ rating from AM Best*
AM Best points to Sentry’s capital, balance sheet strength, and the diversity of its business lines as reasons for the rating. Hortica is a brand of the Sentry Insurance Group.
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Industry insights11/1/2024
A safety consultant’s guide to greenhouse risks: Inside Grower
Zach Bruces shares first-hand safety inspection tips from his years as a safety consultant.
Industry insights10/12/2024
How to evaluate your greenhouse insurance for 2025: Greenhouse Grower
As renewal season approaches, Traci Dooley shares how changes to your business could impact your coverage needs.
Industry insights9/22/2024
Building local partnerships to prepare for severe weather: Greenhouse Grower
As growers confront severe weather risks, Zach Bruce shares how local partnerships can help with emergency response planning.
Industry insights8/25/2024
How to keep workers safe around pesticides: Greenhouse Grower
Zach Bruce shares pesticide safety reminders to help growers maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
Industry insights7/21/2024
Regular checkups and maintenance: Greenhouse Management
Maintaining your greenhouse is important for preventing equipment breakdowns and protecting your bottom line.
Industry insights7/20/2024
How to prevent electrical fires: Greenhouse Grower
Zach Bruce shares how greenhouses can mitigate the risks of electrical fires within their business.
Business tips5/8/2026
Vertical growing 101: types, benefits, and obstacles
Learn how methods of growing—like shelving, vertical planters, and hydroponics—can increase production, improve efficiency, and reduce water use. Also understand the potential operational and technology risks with this type of growing.
Employees4/28/2026
Why driver safety training for new hires is essential in the horticulture industry
A well-trained fleet is key to helping reduce accidents and creating a culture of safety. This guide explores how to implement best practices for new-hire driver safety training.
Loss control3/31/2026
Ladder safety tips for horticulture businesses
Ladders are essential in horticulture operations. But unsafe use is a leading cause of injuries. Learn helpful ladder safety tips, common hazards to avoid, and ways to reduce risk at your business.