Edoardo Bortolato outlined how garden centres might improve margins and security at a very low cost by using AI.  Here’s a summary. Read more - members only

Dutch genetics specialist Schoneveld Breeding has been acquired by the family‑owned De Groot en Slot, marking a significant consolidation within the European horticultural supply chain. Read more - members only

Hillier Nurseries has begun the search for a new Senior Production Manager following the decision of Charles Carr, Head of Wholesale Nurseries, to step down in May 2026. Read more - open to all

Tom Stuart-Smith OBE FSGLD has received the SGLD Lifetime Achievement Award 2026, recognising his global influence on contemporary garden and landscape design. Read more - open to all

Griffon Corporation reorganisation leaves Ames UK, newly invested with modern plant and state-of-the-art control systems, available to approaches from suitors. Read more - members only

The Federation of Garden and Leisure Manufacturers Limited — the long‑standing organisation behind Gardenex, PetQuip and the CHA — has  announced that it has ceased trading with immediate effect. Read more - members only

Notcutts has announced the appointment of Martin Cave as its new Food and Beverage Director, following the departure of Kevin Boyle. Read more - open to all

The British Ornamentals Association has issued an urgent call for more growers to support Horticultural Crop Protection Ltd and has changed the contributions process. Read more - open to all

The Society of Garden & Landscape Designers has revealed the 2026 Student Awards winners, recognising four outstanding projects that showcase creativity, sustainability and people-centred design from emerging designers. Read more - open to all

GCA members can now apply for the 2026 Dick Allen Scholarship, with up to three places available to attend the International GCA Congress in Germany.

Gardenforum contacted garden centres across the UK after Christmas to understand the real impact of shoplifting and how businesses and the police are responding. Read more - members only

Following a successful inaugural event in 2024, the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) is pleased to announce the return of FutureGrow Expo later this year, which is now open for bookings. Read more - open to all