Darren Gruner

Green & Growin' LIVE

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Live from Green & Growin’ 26 — The Green & Growin' LIVE Podcast Join us live at the Southeast’s premier green-industry gathering — taking place January 19-23, 2026 at the Sheraton Greensboro at Four Seasons & the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, NC. Green and Growin' This special live edition of the “The Green & Growin' LIVE" podcast by Turfs Up Radio brings you: On-site interviews with industry decision-makers, exhibitors and trail-blazers in the nursery, landscape and turf sectors. Real-time insights from the education sessions and the marketplace floor at Green & Growin’. Spotlight segmen...

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Darren Gruner

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CPP & Where to Find Green Industry Employees 24.03.2026 58:24

“Good morning, Turf’s Up Radio family! You’re listening to the only radio station dedicated to the green industry… and today—we’re talking about something real… something personal… something a LOT of you are living every single day… 👉 "Where do I find employees?” “We discuss the Certified Plant Professional from the NCNLA & how to get graduates of a community college horticulture program.” “B...

Rayne Gibson Keynote Speaker Green & Growin' 26 07.02.2026 43:00

Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones introduce Mr. Rayne Gibson, keynote speaker at Green & Growin' 26 - "Passion Is Not Leadership." In this thought-provoking keynote, we will debunk the myth and delve into the intricate layers that truly define exceptional leadership. Embark on a Paradigm-Shift Journey: Discover the power of passion as a driving force, but go beyon...

Tom Skeen with GreenStalk Garden 02.02.2026 59:39

Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones are back in the studio to interview Tom Skeen with GreenStalk Garden. Tom was an exhibitor at Green & Growin' this year and will be at Cultivate in July promoting their family business making vertical planters. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/theturfette TURF'S U...

Green & Growin' 26 Recap 26.01.2026 1:00:04

Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones are back in the studio after a fun week in Greensboro for the Green & Growin' show! Topics on today's show included snowmegeddon, personal hygiene scares and our favorite times at the Green & Growin'! TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/theturfette TURF'S UP RADI...

Ariel Montanez Pender Nursery Interview 23.01.2026 31:03

Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones broadcast live from Marketplace at the NCNLA's Green & Growin' Show and interview Ariel Montanez with Pender Nursery and discuss his passion for the industry. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/theturfette TURF'S UP RADION SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/turfsupradio...

John Clark High School Ag Teacher Interview 23.01.2026 25:24

Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones broadcast live from Marketplace at the NCNLA's Green & Growin' Show and interview John Clark an agrticulture teacher from Milbrook Sustainable Agriculture Academy. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/theturfette TURF'S UP RADION SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/turfsup...

Dr. Jason Davis Assistant Dean UMO Interview 23.01.2026 24:33

Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones broadcast live from Marketplace at the NCNLA's Green & Growin' Show and interview Dr. Jason Davis, Assistant Dean School of Agriculture and Biological Sciences at the University of Mount Olive. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/theturfette TURF'S UP RADION SOCIAL M...

Tim Johnson Landscaping Interview 22.01.2026 36:22

Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones broadcast live from Marketplace at the NCNLA's Green & Growin' Show and interview Tim Johnson, Sr. and Tim Johnson, Jr. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/theturfette TURF'S UP RADION SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/turfsupradio NCNLA WEBSITE https://www.ncnla.com GR...

John Gossett 3rd Generation Nurseryman Interview 22.01.2026 18:55

Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones broadcast live from Marketplace at the NCNLA's Green & Growin' Show and interview John Gossett with Gossett's Nursery. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/theturfette TURF'S UP RADION SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/turfsupradio NCNLA WEBSITE https://www.ncnla.com GRE...

Dr. Lee Ivy NCSU Ag Institute Interview 22.01.2026 1:00:55

Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones broadcast live from the Koury Convention Center for the third day of the NCNLA's Green & Growin' Show and interview Dr. Lee Ivy with NC State University's Agriculture Institute. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/theturfette TURF'S UP RADION SOCIAL MEDIA https://lin...

Live at Marketplace Green & Growin' 22.01.2026 44:48

Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones broadcast live from Marketplace at the NCNLA's Green & Growin' Show. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/theturfette TURF'S UP RADION SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/turfsupradio NCNLA WEBSITE https://www.ncnla.com GREEN & GROWIN' 26 https://www.greenandgrowin.com

Green & Growin' Day 3 Education 21.01.2026 14:43

Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones broadcast live from the Koury Convention Center for the third day of the NCNLA's Green & Growin' Show. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/theturfette TURF'S UP RADION SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/turfsupradio NCNLA WEBSITE https://www.ncnla.com GREEN & GROWIN'...

Natural Pest Controls 21.01.2026 43:21

Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones broadcast live from the Koury Convention Center for the second day of the NCNLA's Green & Growin' Show. This episode is a presentation given by Eric Jones for continuing education credits. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/theturfette TURF'S UP RADION SOCIAL MEDIA...

Dr. Melinda Knuth Keynote Speaker 20.01.2026 33:26

Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones broadcast live from the Koury Convention Center for the second day of the NCNLA's Green & Growin' Show. In this episode we hear keynote speaker Dr. Melinda Knuth from NC State University present Green Means Growth. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/theturfette TURF...

Green & Growin' Show Education Events 20.01.2026 59:24

Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones broadcast live from the Koury Convention Center for the second day of the NCNLA's Green & Growin' Show. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/theturfette TURF'S UP RADION SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/turfsupradio NCNLA WEBSITE https://www.ncnla.com GREEN & GROWIN...

Opening Morning Green & Growin' 19.01.2026 59:20

Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones broadcast live from the Koury Convention Center for the NCNLA's Green & Growin' Show. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/theturfette TURF'S UP RADION SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/turfsupradio NCNLA WEBSITE https://www.ncnla.com GREEN & GROWIN' 26 https://www.g...

The Green Industry Couple's 100th Episode! 16.01.2026 1:00:10

Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones broadcast their 100th episode of "Keeping Up With The Joneses" on Turf's Up Radio! We will be giving away a crisp 100 dollar bill today on social media so go follow us! We also discussed where to eat in Greensboro during the Green & Growin' tradeshow! TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MED...

Faith and Family Businesses 15.01.2026 1:00:08

Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones discuss faith and how working in a family business can be tough. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/theturfette TURF'S UP RADION SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/turfsupradio NCNLA WEBSITE https://www.ncnla.com GREEN & GROWIN' 26 https://www.greenandgrowin.com

James Gorzynski Speaker at Green & Growin' 14.01.2026 51:11

Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones interview James Gorzynski with New Leaf Business Brokerage and Certified Exit Planners. James will be speaking at the Green and Growin' on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 from 8:30 - 9:20 am in Guilford D. The topic is Exiting 101, Setting Yourself up for a Successful Transition. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher TH...

Rayne Gibson Keynote Speaker Green & Growin' 13.01.2026 1:01:23

Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones interview Rayne Gibson with Taproots Horticulture Consulting. Rayne is the keynote speaker at Green & Growin' on Wednesday, January 21st at 12:00 P.M. We also discussed what is your EDC or everyday carry for tradeshows! TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/theturfette...

Turf's Up Radio Partnership with Green & Growin' 12.01.2026 59:57

Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones discuss what Turf's Up Radio will be doing at Green & Growin' and where the Green Industry Couple will be the next few weeks! TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/theturfette TURF'S UP RADION SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/turfsupradio NCNLA WEBSITE https://www.ncnla....

The NCNLA Staff Talk Green & Growin' 09.01.2026 1:00:34

Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones interview Cyndi Lauderdale, Directer of Education, and Kathryn Stansbury, Director of Business Development, of the NC Nursery & Landscape Assocation. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/theturfette TURF'S UP RADION SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/turfsupradio NCNLA WE...

Planning for Trade Shows 08.01.2026 57:59

Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones talk about MANTS and Green and Growin' and how to plan for such events. Eric also did Traffic on the Turf and Landscape Tip of the Day! TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/theturfette TURF'S UP RADION SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/turfsupradio NCNLA WEBSITE https://www....

What's Going On at Green and Growin? 07.01.2026 56:28

Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones talk about the events and meetings going on at the Green and Grownin' 26! TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/theturfette TURF'S UP RADION SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/turfsupradio NCNLA WEBSITE https://www.ncnla.com GREEN & GROWIN' 26 https://www.greenandgrowin.co...

The Turfette Talks Sleep and Green and Growin' 07.01.2026 1:00:03

Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones talk about sleep and how a lack of it can hurt your business. The Turfette also talks about the education events and speakers at the Green & Growin' 26 in Greensboro, NC. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/theturfette TURF'S UP RADION SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/...