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New scheme launched to develop future talent
The HTA has launched a unique horticulture development scheme – 'Broad Horizons – for its members to develop and retain the people in their teams who will play an important role in their business and in the wider sector in the future...
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RocketGro & River Cottage celebrate another year of growing success!
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Having enjoyed another great year of results at River Cottage, RocketGro is looking forward to supporting Hugh Fearnley Whittingstall and his team in 2027 with all their compost and mulching needs with a continued focus on soil health and rising yield!
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Why Customers Notice Staffing Decisions More Than You Think
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Garden Centre customers rarely leave saying, "That centre was understaffed." What they do say is:
"I couldn't find anyone to help me."
"The queue was too long."
"Nobody was available in the plant area."
"The service wasn't what it used to be."
The reality is that today's garden centre customer expects much more than simply finding products on shelves...
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British Garden Centres reports strong sales and profit growth following a year of investment
British Garden Centres has reported a solid financial performance for 2025, with sales increasing by almost 30%. Favourable spring weather, continued investment across its existing portfolio and the opening of eight new garden centres were the contributing factors...
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Pedal Power: Take on 335 miles for Greenfingers
The Greenfingers Charity is calling on supporters to get on their bikes for an unforgettable fundraising challenge in 2027, cycling more than 300 miles from London to Amsterdam to help create magical gardens for children and families who spend time in hospices...
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New digital platform aims to connect gardeners
A fast-growing UK gardening network founded to support women entering the horticulture industry is entering an exciting new chapter this autumn, as WeWeed CIC (Community Interest Company) prepares to launch a redesigned website and new mobile app, making it easier than ever for companion gardeners, garden owners and sponsors to connect...
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Joint Administrators appointed at BHGS to seek rescue solution
Evesham-headquartered supplier and distributor of horticultural products BHGS Limited, has appointed administrators from BTG, the financial and real estate advisory group, to conduct a review of the business and find the best route forward for creditors...
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| Spring Fair launches 'Love Letters to Retail' film‘
Spring Fair has launched a new campaign film for its 2027 ‘A Love Letter to Retail’ initiative, bringing together voices from across the retail community to celebrate the people, passion and connections that make the industry unique...
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Durstons in demand at Glee
Durston Garden Products has been celebrating what was an outstanding show for the business – three days marked by a constant flow of buyers, high‑quality conversations and strong interest from some of the country’s biggest garden retail names. For Durstons, this year’s event represented another major step forward in an exciting new chapter...
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GARDENA’s 2in1 Water Pump ‘cuts drainage time by hours’
GARDENA is helping gardeners reduce water wastage with its 2in1 Submersible Water Pump. Whether it’s salvaging flooded areas of the house, recycling surplus water in the garden, or collecting and saving water for a sunny day, the pump delivers professional-grade performance without breaking the bank...
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Mims returns to Glee with an exciting new chapter
After several years away from the show, Mims made a highly successful return to Glee, arriving with a renewed sense of purpose, a sharpened portfolio and a standout concept that captured buyer attention from the moment the doors opened.
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Data, science, and collaboration key to a more productive and sustainable horticulture industry
Speakers explored how better information, smarter production systems, and evidence-based approaches can help growers respond to increasing commercial, environmental, and plant health pressures at the AIPH Horticultural Industry Conference...
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Yangzhou Scholars’ Garden opens at RHS Garden Bridgewater
The Royal Horticultural Society will unveil a major new landmark this weekend, when the Yangzhou Scholars' Garden opens to visitors for the first time at RHS Garden Bridgwater in Salford in Greater Manchester...
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HTA’s ADOPT-funded project events in October
ADOPT (Accelerating Development of Practices and Technologies) is a multi-year funding programme delivered through the Defra Farming Innovation Programme in partnership with Innovate UK. It supports collaborative, grower-led, on-site trials designed to test and demonstrate innovative solutions to commercial production challenges.
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The best of last week's
If you missed last week's GTN Xtra, below are the most-read stories...
A year of strong sales and profit growth at Notcutts
Notcutts has seen strong growth in like-for-like sales and operating profit during 2025/26. Annual turnover at £86.9m was up £6.3m (+7.9%) on the previous year. Gross margin % increased from 52.2% in the prior year to 52.5%...
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August’s GCA BoT shows a positive year-to-date
Garden Centre Association members recorded an overall sales increase of +1.64% during August when compared to August 2025, according to the body’s latest Barometer of Trade (BoT)...
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Garden retail needs a TV show of its own
Mr Plant Geek – Michael Perry – has argued that Gardeners’ World should retain the gentle pace valued by its audience following Monty Don’s departure, while making the case for a separate, more commercially aware gardening programme...
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Cowell's celebrates 40 years with plant manager
Cowell’s Garden Centre in Woolsington, Newcastle upon Tyne, is celebrating 40 years of service from plant manager Dylan Cairns, who first joined the business as a teenage trainee.
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Diddly Squat Farm and Blue Diamond win Christmas Wishlist Award
The Diddly Squat Farm Plantable Garden Planner has been named a winner at The Christmas Wishlist Awards 2026, securing one of just four winning places in the highly competitive Home & Garden Gifts category. It also won the Judges Pick award...
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LOHAS Fertiliser wins 2026 GIMA Innovators Seed Corn Fund
Steep & Sprout, an innovative Shropshire-made plant tea from LOHAS Fertiliser, has been named the winner of the 2026 GIMA Innovators Seed Corn Fund, securing a package of funding and industry support designed to accelerate the product’s journey into the garden retail market. The winner was officially unveiled on the first day at Glee...
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LEAF IT TO LODI UK!
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Lodi UK is your home of pest control. Smarter solutions for gardens, homes and outdoor living. Our pest products are rooted in trust & reputation, helping you protect what matters most. Whether you’re sustainable growing, protecting prize fruit, veg & flower beds, controlling pests and maintaining indoor & outdoor spaces with our trusted family of brands...
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Greenkey Garden & Home announces expanded grass animals range
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Greenkey Garden & Home is thrilled to announce a major expansion to its Grass Animals range - the sustainable, personality packed garden decorations that have become firm favourites with customers across the UK...
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