Wilfred J. Jung Distinguished Service Medal

The Wilfred J. Jung Distinguished Service Medal is presented to a GardenComm Allied Trade member that, as a company, has promoted gardening in North America, helped expand the profession of garden communications and has supported the overall objectives of GardenComm and its membership. Candidates are nominated by the membership, recommended by the Honors Committee and elected by the Board of Directors. Self-nominations are welcome. 

2018 Honoree

Corona Tools were born in the orange groves of Southern California in 1928. Our roots began with an invention that revolutionized the citrus industry. Since then, we’ve been designing superior garden and landscape tools for hard working professionals and gardeners, who take pride in a job well done. For generations, our customers have relied on Corona’s strength and durability.

In 90 years, Corona has established itself as a leading professional tool brand, primarily within North America. Our tools are carried in retail stores, local garden centers, and landscape, agriculture and arborist suppliers. Today, our sights are focused on the global stage.

Corona is part of a collective of the finest hand tool brands for agriculturists, horticulturists, gardeners, landscape and construction professionals. The cumulative experience of Bellota, Burgon & Ball and Corona brands represents nearly 500 years of advancements in developing superior hand tools. With a global footprint spanning more than 125 countries across 6 continents, our brands have been the leading choice for generations of professionals who demand quality and lasting performance.

Past Winners