Do you know someone who is considering a career in Horticulture, but is unsure where to start or simply want to know what the options are?
The Chartered Institute of Horticulture (CIH) is delighted to announce the first ever GROW Careers Horticultural Conference to be held in the North of England. Following on from successful GROW events in Scotland, the day is intended to draw together passionate horticulturists and allied professions from across the region to network and inspire new entrants into the horticultural industry.
Set in the magnificent gardens and grounds of Harewood House, Leeds on Friday 24th May, the event aims to provide current horticulture students and early-career horticulturists as well as potential students and career-changers the opportunity to hear inspirational speakers, attend practical workshops and demonstrations, tour Harewood’s historic gardens and meet employers, industry bodies and trade partners.
Jason Daff, CIH Secretary says " Horticulture is an exciting and dynamic industry and we are excited to showcase the range of opportunities available. This is a great way draw on the wealth of horticultural knowledge we have in the region to give the next generation of growers, gardeners, horticultural scientists, garden designers, landscapers, arborists and turf specialists a huge boost in their career path.”
Chair of the Northern Branch of the Chartered Institute Clive Parker adds "I remember the colleagues who gave me a steer when I started in the horticultural industry, so it is a huge honour to be able to forward the favour to the people who will be continuing our work in the industry. We have a long and proud history of outstanding horticulture in the North, and we can't wait to hear from speakers including Matthew Wilson, Katie Rushworth, and Katy Merrington”.
To register for the event, or to view the full program of speakers and industry supporters please visit the CIH website horticulture.org.uk. For exhibitor, sponsor or press enquiries, please contact northern@horticulture.org.uk
