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Learn more about the impact of tariffs and other industry issues in this information sheet.

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*ARCHIVED RECORDING* Wondering how new tariffs on Canada and Mexico—plus additional tariffs on China—will impact your business and the floral industry? Join SAF for an Ultimate Roundtable featuring industry experts sharing insights on how businesses are adapting and how the market could evolve. Plus, SAF Chief Economist Charlie Hall, Ph.D., will provide an economic update and discuss how tariffs might affect both the broader economy and your bottom line. This event is open and free for all SAF members. Non-members can register for $9.99.

11/26/2024: Tariffs are coming, and with them, predict some industry members, changes to global supply chains and costs of goods for floral businesses.

2/5/2025: The floral industry is breathing a little easier after President Donald Trump’s proposed 25% tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports, set to go into effect just 10 days before Valentine’s Day, were postponed a month.

As U.S. trade agreements come under new scrutiny, some business owners have taken proactive steps to bolster reserves, identify alternative sources for imported products, and prepare for potential shifts.

**ARCHIVED EVENT** Join SAF's Senior Lobbyist Joe Bischoff, Ph.D., and Chief Economist Charlie Hall, Ph.D., for an in-depth analysis of the Trump administration's policy agenda and its potential impact on the economy and the floral industry. This session will equip you with actionable insights to navigate upcoming changes and strategies to strengthen your business in the year ahead. This session also provides a unique opportunity to connect with peers and exchange ideas during breakout sessions.

This quarterly event is usually reserved for SAF's Ultimate level members. SAF is opening this special event to all SAF members. SAF Ultimate level retail members gather quarterly for an exclusive cross-segment discussion with growers, wholesalers and suppliers on the most pressing issues in the floral industry. Not an Ultimate level member but want more information on how you can join other roundtable events? Contact SAF’s Membership Specialist Justine Seas. jseas@safnow.org

Verbiage to communicate price increases due to tariffs, for counter and contracts.

Do you need to organize your incoming product and make sure your markup is appropriate? Are you new to product recipes and need a place to start? Are you looking to get a handle on your cost of goods sold? You will find a selection of downloadable resources and tools to help you here.

In this micro-course sponsored by GotFlowers?, you will learn the importance of creating product recipes to ensure profit and consistency. In under 20 minutes, Tony Fiannaca from Sparks Florist will review the pros and cons of software-based vs cloud-based solutions.

Get 20% OFF when registering for all three courses at once! This Forecasting your Future bundle includes the complete series of courses: Sales Forecasting, Cost of Goods Sold, and Wage Control.

Examine key areas of your business to determine whether it is running at peak profitability.

Today's customers are paying more than ever - and demanding more than ever. Florists are finding new strategies to add value and deliver elevated customer service.