Concern for the industry after Homebase

The Executive chair of BHETA asks what’s next for suppliers following the demise of Homebase and expresses his concern for the industry. Read more - open to all

Andrew Weiss

Green-tech strengthens team with four new sales appointments

Green-tech has announced the appointment of four new starters who bring fresh skills and enthusiasm to support its busy sales department. Read more - open to all

L-r: Jacob, Natalie, Dean, India and Andrew

BHETA appointes Marketing Executive

BHETA has appointed Natalia Ciecierska as Marketing Executive working on promoting both the BHETA brand and the Exclusively Show.   Read more - open to all

Natalia Ciecierska

Sipcam Home & Garden appoint Alan Jones as Retail Channel Manager

Sipcam Home & Garden have added valuable industry experience to their team with the appointment of Alan Jones as Retail Channel Manager. Read more - open to all

Alan Jones & Nigel Thompson

New Sinclair appointments strengthen its sales team

Sinclair, part of Westland Horticulture, is pleased to announce the appointment of two highly experienced members to its sales team. Read more - open to all

Adam Price - Sinclair Sales Manager, South West.

Squire's Martin Breddy sets retirement date

The Board of Directors of Squire’s Garden Centres has announced that Martin Breddy, managing director since 2016, has decided to retire next summer. Read more - open to all

Martin Breddy

Kersten Catella to be keynote speaker at Women in Horticulture event

Wyevale Nurseries’ Sales and Marketing Director Kersten Catella has been selected to speak about her industry experience and leadership role at an inspirational ‘Women in Horticulture’ event next month. Read more - open to all

Notcutts invests in Mental Health First Aid training

On World Mental Health Day (10 October 2024), Notcutts is celebrating its commitment to wellbeing after 25 colleagues have successfully qualified as Mental Health First Aiders this year. Read more - open to all

Amy Fuller, Restaurant Manager; Ali Davis, colleague; and Stuart Blight, General Manager at Notcutts

BBC presenter Marian Foster wins special award for North East horticulture work

The Chartered Institute of Horticulture’s Northern Branch Commendation for 2024 has been awarded to the North East broadcaster Marian Foster. 

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Photo credit: Marian Foster/BBC

James Webster is named as one of The Elite ProLandscaper 30 under 30

Green-tech is delighted to announce that James Webster, one of their dedicated Account Managers, has been named a winner of Pro Landscaper's prestigious ‘30 Under 30 – The Next Generation’ initiative. Read more - open to all

James Webster and Kris Nellist

Glee’s 50-year heroes are revealed

As Glee marked its monumental 50th anniversary this week, its 50-year heroes have been revealed. Read more - open to all

Departing HTA President talks of the challenges ahead

Retiring HTA President Alan Down gives a frank assessment of the achievements and challenges facing environmental horticulture and the Association. Read more - members only

Retiring HTA President, Alan Down

Bionema appoints Stephen Ford as new Chief Technology Officer

Bionema Group Ltd, winner of King Awards in Innovation, a leading biocontrol technology developer specialising in sustainable biopesticides, biostimulants, and biofertilisers, is pleased to announce the appointment of Stephen Ford as Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Read more - open to all

Stephen Ford, Chief Technology Officer for Bionema

The pioneers behind Floral Fantasia

Plant pioneers gather at Floral Fantasia, the only independent UK trial grounds for bedding plants and perennials, originally championed by the late Peter Seabrook.  Read more - members only

The Pioneers behind Floral Fantasia  See text for names.

Notcutts creates two new executive directors

Notcutts appoints a new Trading Director and a new Operations & Sustainability Director from within as the retirement of Graham Walker is announced. Read more - open to all

Yvonne Archibald and Chris Holt

Renowned Garden designer Pip Probert to speak at APL Awards 2025

The APL has announced that multi-award-winning garden designer Pip Probert, will speak at the APL Awards 2025. This highly anticipated awards ceremony will take place on Friday, 14 March 2025, at The Brewery, London. Read more - open to all

G Plants welcomes new Regional Account Manager

Sales Team Expansion Aims to Enhance Customer Experience and Drive Growth in the Garden Centre Market with new Regional Account Manager Andy Lewis Read more - open to all

Andy Lewis, Regional Account Manager, GPlants

Sipcam and Westland top the GIMA Awards 2024

Over 400 guests watched as Sipcam retained the GIMA best product award from last year, while Westland was voted supplier of the year by GCA members. Read more - open to all

Sipcam wields the GIMA Sword of Honour

Sue Allen steps down as Chairman of Greenfingers

At the Greenfingers Charity Annual General Meeting, a significant leadership transition took place. Sue Allen, who has been the driving force behind the charity during her tenure as Chairman, stepped down from the role. Sue, however, will continue to serve the charity as a dedicated Trustee for another year. Read more - open to all

 Sue Allen steps down as Greenfingers Charity Chair as Boyd Douglas-Davies takes the helm

Green Team unveils new Begonia branding

YPHA’s Green Team prepare for and present their branding concepts in the competition to unveil a new Begonia at Gardeners World Live 2025. Read more - open to all

The pitch

Provender Nurseries’ James Robson winner of Pro Landscapers 30 Under 30

James Robson, Quoted sales at Provender Nurseries became the proud recipient of Pro Landscaper’s 30 Under 30: The Next Generation 2024 at an award ceremony at Futurescape.  Read more - open to all

Richard Burt and James Robson

New leadership team for Mr Fothergill’s

Following the appointment of Michael Yates as its new CEO earlier this year, Mr Fothergill’s today, announces three new executive appointments. Read more - open to all

 Michael Yates, CEO at Mr Fothergill's

WBF opens nominations for new Board of Directors

The World BioProtection Forum (WBF) is currently accepting nominations for the next President, Vice President, and Treasurer positions, with the current leadership nearing the end of their tenure. Read more - open to all

New director of spoga+gafa

Claudia Maurer is to succeed Stefan Lohrberg as Director of spoga+gafa on 1 November 2024. Read more - open to all

Claudia Maurer, director spoga+gafa

Kersten Catella joins Wyevale Nurseries as Sales & Marketing Director

Well-known and highly respected horticultural industry professional Kersten Catella has joined Hereford-based Wyevale Nurseries as its Sales and Marketing Director. Read more - open to all

BHETA appoints Steve Edwards sector manager for DIY and garden

BHETA has appointed Steve Edwards as its new DIY Sector Manager for Home Improvement and Garden.  His role will be to support existing members with added value initiatives in the home and garden markets, as well as building the membership base through recruitment. Read more - open to all

Steve Edwards

GIMA welcomes Tony Kersey as new Membership Ambassador

GIMA is excited to announce that Tony Kersey will be joining the organisation as its new Membership Ambassador, beginning in September. Read more - open to all

Tony Kersey

Holland & Barrett opens first garden centre concession

Holland & Barrett has opened its first garden centre concession as a trial last week at Gates in Leicestershire.  A second is to follow. Read more - members only

Holland & Barrett at Gates Garden Centre

YPHA teams separate for masterclasses

Competing YPHA Teams visit British Garden Centres Studley Garden Centre to finalise design briefs for new begonia variety. Read more - open to all

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New area sales team structure at Fallen Fruits

Fallen Fruits are excited to announce that the final piece to their area sales team has now been put into place. Read more - open to all

Pictured in their retail showroom L-r: Neil Bunyan, Robert Greener, Jon Buckwell and Emmi Moules

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