Analyze government regulations and influences on the floriculture business.

Analysis should include

• identifying safety regulations
• identifying personnel regulations
• recognizing environmental code standards/laws (e.g., local, state, federal)
• recognizing zoning laws
• explaining patents and trademarks.

Process/Skill Questions:

• What are government regulations that may affect how a grower conducts business?
• What business licenses are required before opening a retail florist shop?
• What labor concerns might a plant production business encounter?
• How do EPA regulations affect plant production facilities?
• Why are government regulations important?
• What are considerations for selling across state lines?