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

Louise Lockwood of Planters Tamworth has won the 2025 Westland Horticulture-sponsored Rising Stars award after presenting her sustainability project at the Garden Centre Association’s annual conference. Read more - open to all

Yorkshire Garden Centres has appointed Charlotte Watson as buying director to lead sourcing and product strategy across its seven sites, supporting growth and strengthening its senior leadership team. Read more - open to all

AutoPot Watering Systems, based in Farnborough, has welcomed Ian Riggs as its new Business Development and Partnership Manager.   Read more - open to all

The team at Allensmore Nurseries is delighted to welcome Andy Merrick on board as Sales Development Manager. Read more - open to all

United Kingdom’s Henil Vashi, Horticultural Advisor at Robin Tacchi Plants, is one of 3 finalists in the AIPH the Young International Grower of the Year Award. Read more - open to all

Ill health forces Steve Millington is to step down from the chairmanship of LOFA a year early.  He is to be succeeded by the vice-chairman Alwyn Williams. Read more - members only

What drew Sam Dickson, an experienced FMCG retailer, to become MD of Squire’s, one of the most successful family owned garden centre groups in the UK? Read more - members only

Pleydell Smithyman, a well-known consultancy specialising in garden centres and farm shops, has announced the appointment of Kathryn Farden and Andrew Burton as its newest directors. Read more - open to all

The HTA congratulates Baroness Bennett on completing her Industry and Parliament Trust Fellowship in Horticulture after two years of sector visits, recognising her commitment to biodiversity, skills and championing green spaces.

GIMA Director, Vicky Nuttall, will step down in May 2026, marking the end of a successful 12-year tenure building the influence and effectiveness of the trade association for garden manufacturers. Read more - open to all

HSBC economist Chris Hare will speak at the GCA’s 60th anniversary Annual Conference in January 2026, offering economic insights, inflation forecasts and analysis following the recent budget to garden centre industry delegates. Read more - open to all

The culinary world is mourning the loss of Skye Gyngell, the acclaimed Australian-born chef who rose to prominence as head chef at Petersham Nurseries Café in Richmond. Read more - open to all

Bulrush has appointed Darren Selvey as Regional Sales Manager for the Midlands, bringing 37 years’ industry experience as the company expands capacity, invests in talent and supports rising demand for peat-free substrates. Read more - open to all

Haskins Garden Centres has appointed Wendy Axford as its new Chief Financial Officer to lead the company’s long-term strategy and transformation. Read more - open to all

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

Baroness Barbara Young of Old Scone has been appointed Chair of the Forestry Commission for a four-year term, bringing extensive environmental leadership experience to guide England’s woodland and forestry strategy. Read more - open to all

Farplants Sales Ltd appoints Steve James as Head of Commercial, strengthening leadership, enhancing retailer partnerships and driving growth, innovation and service across its nationwide cooperative of British wholesale nurseries network. Read more - open to all

Greenkey Garden & Home has welcomed two new team members, reinforcing its commitment to growth and customer support. Read more - open to all

Fallen Fruits has appointed James Romaine as Area Sales Manager for the East Midlands and North East, strengthening its sales team with extensive garden and wild bird care experience. Read more - open to all

LBS Horticulture Ltd, the market leading distributor with 50 years' experience in the UK, is thrilled to appoint Andy Judd as its new Area Sales Manager. Read more - open to all

The Colegrave Seabrook Foundation has appointed two new trustees, strengthening its support of education and career development within horticulture. Read more - open to all

APAC expands into the garden centre market, appointing Hannah Shoesmith as Head of Sales. In addition former Crest MD, Nick Davies, has been brought in to help. Read more - open to all

The HTA and its Association of Professional Landscapers congratulate the winners of the 2025 WorldSkills UK National Finals in Landscaping and Horticulture, recognising outstanding young talent and celebrating excellence across the sector.

Greenfingers Charity has appointed six new Garden Ambassadors to support the long-term care of hospice gardens, strengthening its nationwide programme and helping ensure therapeutic spaces remain nurturing, accessible and beautifully maintained year-round. Read more - open to all

The Bransford Webbs Plant Company are proud to announce three new apprentices have recently started their placements with the nursery, on a two-year scheme in conjunction with Pershore College, leading to a Level 3 Crop Technician Qualification. Read more - open to all

Squire’s Garden Centres has named Matt Tanner as its new Group Health, Safety & Facilities Manager, overseeing this vital function across the company. Read more - open to all

Renowned garden designer Darren Hawkes joins the APL Awards 2026 as a keynote speaker, inspiring finalists with his creativity, experience, and award-winning projects in landscape design and horticultural excellence. Read more - open to all