Despite ‘respectable figures’ in Blue Diamond’s 2024 annual report, they were not sufficient to maintain profit at last year's level due to minimum wage increases. Read more - members only

The HTA welcomes today’s common understanding with the EU that should lead to removal of unnecessary cross border checks on most plants and plant products. Read more - members only

In a new partnership with The King’s Foundation, Hillier will contribute its expertise to support community engagement and education initiatives at Highgrove Gardens. Read more - members only

The latest acquisition for the Origin Enterprises plc is Elixir Garden Supplies Ltd, a UK-based industry leader in online gardening supplies. Read more - members only

WHM Pet Group, a leader in wild bird food and accessories, has announced a strategic distribution partnership with Wildlife World, renowned for its wildlife-friendly garden products. Read more - members only

Christies Garden Centre in Fochabers, Moray - which has been run by the Christie family since its foundation in 1820, is edging closer to being sold to Simpsons Garden Centres in Inverness. Read more - members only

Highlights in the 11,775 square metre Great Pavilion included Gold for Blue Diamond Garden Centres, David Austin Roses, Raymond Evison and Taylors Bulbs.  Read more - open to all

The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) is making a final, urgent appeal for a UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) agreement that explicitly includes plant health. Read more - members only

UK garden centres experienced a significant surge in activity and sales in April, says the HTA, driven by exceptionally warm and dry spring weather. Read more - members only

CDS Superstores, parent company of The Range and wilko, has confirmed the next burst of openings for its new-format superstores, following the acquisition of the Homebase brand and up to 70 of its stores. Read more - members only

Dobbies Garden Centre in Cadnam has celebrated a relaunch. This is the second store in Dobbies' extensive programme of investment across the store estate. Read more - members only

ScanCom International, a leading global manufacturer and supplier of outdoor furniture, has announced the planned closure of its LifestyleGarden distribution centre and showroom in the United Kingdom. Read more - members only