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

Yorkshire Garden Centres group has appointed Emma Bristow as its full-time finance director as it prepares for future growth across its multi-site business. Read more - open to all

Renowned Garden Designer James Aldridge Named as New Course Leader for Garden Design Diploma at London College of Garden Design Read more - open to all

J. Parker's proudly welcomed 25 members of the Young People in Horticulture Association (YPHA) to its production site in Anwick, Lincolnshire. Read more - open to all

James Barnes will step down as Chairman of the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) at the AGM in September 2025. Read more - open to all

After more than 30 years, Michael Hall is taking his well-earned retirement, stepping down as Managing Director of Fallen Fruits Ltd. James Brindle will take over as the new Managing Director. Read more - open to all

The team at a Bradford-headquartered garden centre group is celebrating after receiving a Highly Commended award in a prestigious national HR competition. Read more - open to all

EP Barrus has appointed Will Timmis as Head of Outdoor Divisions, overseeing its Garden Tools, Machinery, and Vehicle businesses.

April 2025 marks a significant milestone for specialist recruitment business MorePeople, celebrating 25 years in the food, fresh produce, horticulture, and agriculture industries. 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

Origin Amenity Solutions (OAS) is pleased to announce that Luke Hunt has been appointed as their new Seeds and Turf Product Manager, effective Monday, 19th May 2025.

Eco Fuego add valuable industry experience to their UK Sales Team with the appointment of Hannah Shoesmith as Head of Channel and a dedicated team of sales agents. Read more - open to all

In 2025, Chris Durston, Managing Director of Durston Garden Products, celebrates an extraordinary 60 years of service to the family business, a legacy that spans generations. Read more - open to all

Perennial, the charity supporting people in horticulture, is proud to announce Mark Gregory as the first ambassador in its new programme.

Squire's Garden Centres appoints Sam Dickson to succeed Martin Breddy as managing director. Read more - open to all

Sinclair, a leading provider of professional growing media solutions and part of Westland Horticulture, has appointed Stephanie Tarvin as Trainee Technical Area Sales Manager for the North West. Read more - open to all

Gardenex and PetQuip have welcomed their new Director General. He holds a commercial drone pilot licence and a private helicopter licence. His interests include collecting contemporary art and very fast cars! Read more - open to all

James Gormley who has a strong background in arboriculture and tree sales has been appointed as the new Key Account Manager for Wyevale Nurseries in Hereford (March 2025). Read more - open to all

The Federation of Garden & Leisure Manufacturers says farewell to Amanda Sizer Barrett MBE and welcomes Joe Denham, who will take over as Director on 1^st April. Read more - open to all