Last week’s GCA conference heard how retail, the economy and even the weather are changing. Speakers including retail expert Mary Portas, and economists from HSBC, outlined strategies for garden centres. Read more - members only

Tong Garden Centre will host a rose pruning masterclass with David Austin Roses experts on 24 February, offering practical training, Q&A sessions and horticultural advice for gardeners. Read more - open to all

Following a decision by the directors of WildLife World to close the business, STV has acquired the intellectual property and assets of company. Read more - members only

The Young People in Horticulture Association has appointed Farplants director David Salisbury as an Ambassador, strengthening its leadership as it prepares for long-term sustainability and its next phase of development. Read more - open to all

Henil Vashi, of Robin Tacchi Plants in the UK, has been named Young International Grower of the Year (YIGOTY) at the AIPH International Grower of the Year Awards in Essen. Read more - open to all

The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) would like to congratulate its members, Hillier Nurseries, on winning the prestigious International Grower of the Year Award 2026, and Henil Vashi of Robin Tacchi Plants on winning Young International Grower of the Year 2026. Read more - open to all

GIMA has confirmed full details of its 2026 Day Conference and Annual General Meeting, taking place on Thursday 26th March at Stratford Manor Hotel, bringing the garden industry together to examine The Future of the Supply Chain for Garden Products. Read more - open to all

Evergreen Garden Care has extended its range in Europe with the acquisition of Agaris Horti, a producer and supplier of growing media, from Straco Private Equity.  Read more - members only

New cross-sector initiative HORTISTRY has launched peer-led Masterclasses to preserve vital horticultural skills, address sector-wide shortages and create clearer career pathways for professional growers and horticulturists. Read more - open to all

Newey Ltd, one of the UK’s largest plant producers, has secured approval for a new 2.5-acre Intermediate Tree Site in Chichester. Read more - members only

British Garden Centres has confirmed that it is leasing Downtown Garden Centre in Grantham, Lincolnshire, a move lifts that its national portfolio to 75 centres across the UK. Read more - members only

Sipcam Home & Garden is delighted to begin 2026 with two significant developments that reflect the company’s strong momentum and continued growth in the UK home and garden care market. Read more - open to all