With great sadness, Hillier Nurseries and Garden Centres has announced the passing of John Hillier - a respected plantsman, devoted family man, and beloved figure in the horticultural world. Read more - open to all

We are pleased to announce that Emma will be joining Katie Blake as our representative in Scotland including the Scottish islands. Read more - open to all

Origin Enterprises plc has announced the appointment of Mark Andrews as Managing Director of Landscapes, a new role within its Living Landscapes division. Read more - open to all

The Greenfingers Dragon Boat Race returned to Grendon Lakes with exciting races, family fun, and a second consecutive year win for the Westland Warriors. Read more - open to all

The British Home Enhancement Trade Association (BHETA) has expanded its Export Committee with two new members, reinforcing its commitment to boosting overseas trade. Read more - open to all

Strikes Garden Centres is pleased to announce the internal promotion of three new directors to its board, reflecting the company’s commitment to nurturing talent and industry expertise.

Alex Dickson of Bonnyrigg, Midlothian, will next month celebrate an incredible 49 years’ service at Dobbies.

Four colleagues from Wyevale Nurseries in Hereford have been rewarded for their long service after collectively achieving 158 years of employment at the UK’s leading commercial grower between them. Read more - open to all

Sipcam Home & Garden has expanded its sales team with the appointment of Andy Harding, Araminta Baylis, and Mike Mills, strengthening coverage across southern England. Read more - open to all

Yorkshire Garden Centres group has appointed Dan Campbell as its Buying Support Manager to work across all seven sites in West and North Yorkshire. Read more - open to all

Dobbies Garden Centre appoints two new Directors as operations director, Nick Anderson, steps down after 12 years. Read more - members only

The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) is seeking Non-Executive Directors to join its Board and help guide the future of the UK’s £38 billion environmental horticulture sector. Read more - open to all

The HTA has confirmed Josh McBain, Founder & CEO of strategic intelligence consultancy Next Up, as a keynote speaker at Horticulture, The Conference 2025. Read more - open to all

Leading UK broadcaster Jeremy Vine will be the keynote speaker at the annual dinner following Horticulture, The Conference, which will be held on Thursday, 25 September 2025. Read more - open to all

Mike Burks, managing director of the Gardens Group, delivered a keynote speech at a Westminster dinner to mark the start of Chelsea week. Read more - open to all

British Garden Centres has announced the appointment of Amy Stubbs as Managing Director, working alongside her father, Charles Stubbs, and uncle, Robert. Read more - open to all

Meadow View Stone appoints Tomas Narusevicius as new Sales Manager for the East Anglia.

Specialist business property adviser Christie & Co is delighted to announce that Anthony Meadowcroft has been appointed as the new Regional Director to lead the Retail & Leisure brokerage team in the North of England and Scotland. Read more - open to all

The HTA has confirmed that economist and policy expert Dr Tim Leunig will return as a featured speaker at Horticulture, The Conference on Thursday 25 September at London’s Barbican Centre.

Colin Dale, the Head of Plants and Gardening at Notcutts, has announced he will be retiring this autumn soon after receiving a special Long Service Award from the RHS. Read more - open to all

Michael Perry (Mr Plant Geek) joins HTA as ambassador to spotlight its work and engage members through a new video series. Read more - open to all

Squire’s Garden Centres is pleased to announce the appointment of two new executive directors and two new non-executive directors to its board, reinforcing the company’s long-standing commitment to strong leadership, retail expertise and its core horticultural values. Read more - open to all

Desch Plantpak B.V., a leading manufacturer of sustainable horticultural solutions, has announced a strategic restructuring of its operations to strengthen long-term competitiveness. Read more - members only

Richard Jackson has been awarded the MBE in the King's Birthday Honours for services to Children's Hospices.  He is the founder and president of The Greenfingers Charity. Read more - open to all

The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has announced several senior appointments at two of its flagship gardens.

Kenn Lloyd, founder of Cadbury Garden Centre in Somerset, passed away peacefully on 25^th May 2025, aged 80, after a short illness.  UPDATED with details of the funeral. Read more - open to all

Woodlodge has announced the appointment of Kate Ebbens to its team. Ebbens joins the company in a strategic role aimed at accelerating growth in both UK and international markets,  Read more - open to all

The clock is ticking. There is now just one week remaining until the entry deadline for the 2025 GIMA Awards.  Read more - open to all