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Funding  Why does the Endowment Funds Production and Post-
Harvest Scientific Research?  jungers wedding on st. simons
091Endowment funded Production and Post-Harvest Scientific
Research Projects provide essential knowledge for a growing and
dynamic floricultural industry. The complex and diverse
structure of the industry makes it difficult for single entities
or individuals to support highly comprehensive research
programs.  The Endowment, however, allows all industry
representatives regardless of size to contribute and assures
continuous industry related research, thus maintaining a strong,
vibrant floriculture industry.  Who benefits from a strong
floral industry?  The answer is simple - Everyone! Currently,
the size of the industry is estimated at $19 billion annually
and growing. It is third in wholesale agricultural value, second
only to corn and soybeans. The industry provides jobs throughout
the economy. In addition, it offers aesthetic p