Webinar: Green Industry Economic Outlook

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In this webinar presented by Garden Centres Canada, Dr. Charlie Hall, a professor at Texas A&M University, discussed economic trends and their impact on the green industry, focusing on consumer confidence, trade policies, and inflationary pressures. He covered various economic indicators including unemployment rates, workforce development programs, and the influence of tariffs on supply chains and inflation, while examining the current state of the Canadian housing market and its relationship to the green industry. Dr. Hall analyzed the economic outlook for both the U.S. and Canada, emphasizing the importance of strategic investments, working capital management, and the value of plants in green infrastructure and mental health benefits.

Read the summary of Canada’s 2025 federal budget and its highlights related to the horticulture industry referenced during the webinar:https://www.cnla.ca/news/federal-budget-25-impacts-on-hort

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