Matt Mansfield: 8 Million Plants, Renewable Energy & The Future of Propagation at Mansfields Nursery Ep 10!

THE GREEN ROOM - EPISODE 10! MATT MANSFIELDLearn the story of Mansfield’s Nursery, a third-generation horticultural business with over 75 years of experience. Matt Mansfield shares his journey from working in landscaping and traveling abroad to returning home and taking on the challenges of the family business. Hear insights into the realities of running a propagation nursery, from cuttings and tissue culture through to supplying millions of plants a year. It’s a candid look at how tradition, innovation, and family intertwine in horticulture.For those in agriculture and horticulture, this conversation explores the nuts and bolts of plant production — green roofs in Canada, citrus grafting, propagation techniques, and the rise of tissue culture as a scalable solution. Matt also unpacks how Mansfield’s integrates sustainability into its practices, from biodegradable pots to reducing plastics, and how technology and data collection are transforming the nursery sector. It’s a practical yet inspiring discussion for anyone passionate about plants and the systems that support them.