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Feb 09, 2026

Congratulations to Metro Horts 2026 Professional Grant Awardees!

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Metro Hort Group is pleased to announce the 2026 Professional Development Grant awardees!. This grant is available to Metro Hort Group members and can be applied to support continuing education classes and other training or opportunities relevant to urban horticulture.This year the grant was awarded to five individuals who accepted their award at Plant-O-Rama. 

Hiroko Neely

Christopher Conforti

Laura Deykerhoff

Zachary Allard 

Mary Oleary 

Congratulations!

Please check back in late 2026 for the opportunity to submit for the 2027 grant.

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