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Seminar line up announced for HTA National Plant Show 2025

 

Excitement is growing as the Horticultural Trades Association announces its seminar line-up for the HTA National Plant Show 2025, taking place at the NAEC Stoneleigh on Wednesday 18 – Thursday 19 June. Celebrating the best of British horticulture, the show brings together leading growers, suppliers, and retailers to showcase excellence, sustainability and innovation across the sector.  

 

Expert led seminars in the Sinclair Seminar Area 

Sponsored by Sinclair, this year’s seminar programme features two days of insightful sessions delivered by industry experts, covering the latest trends and challenges in horticulture. 

  • New Plant Awards Highlights: Join Pippa Greenwood, HTA Horticulture Manager and the judging panel to discover the winning plant varieties and their potential impact on garden centre sales. 
  • EU Reset: What to Expect: Jennifer Pheasey HTA Director of Public Affairs and Sally Cullimore, HTA Technical Policy Manager will guide attendees through key developments, trade opportunities, and policy implications critical to the future of the industry.
  • Plant Protection in the Balance: Simon Conway, CEO of Horticulture Crop Protection (HCP), will explore the importance of voluntary contributions and how current initiatives will shape the future of crop protection across ornamentals. 
  • Nursery Management Systems: Practical Insights: Gain valuable knowledge on effective nursery management practices. 
  • Achieving Net Zero in Garden Centres: Learn from a live interview hosted by Planet Mark, focusing on how garden centres can reach net-zero goals. 
  • Plant Biosecurity: Safeguarding the Future: Malcolm Catlin, Project Director of Plant Healthy, will share essential strategies for managing plant health risks. 
  • Young People in Horticulture Networking Event: Connect with emerging talent and future leaders in the industry.   

Register Now – It’s Free! 

Registration is free and now open at nationalplantshow.co.uk. Secure your place today and get ready to be inspired by the best of British horticulture. 

 

For further details about exhibiting at this year’s show, please visit nationalplantshow.co.uk or email events@hta.org.uk 

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