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Charnley’s Home and Garden implements WinRetail system
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Corby + Fellas has announced that prestigious department store Charnley’s Home and Garden has implemented its acclaimed epos and retail management system, WinRetail...
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No more wasps with the amazing Waspinator
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Waspinator is like a scarecrow for wasps : they see it, are frightened by it, and fly away from it. They think it’s an enemy nest and that they will be attacked if they get too close, so they go somewhere else where they don’t feel threatened. Leave it out all season and they will stay away - they think the garden is another colony’s territory...
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HTA submits Environmental Horticulture key asks for Autumn Budget
The Horticultural Trades Association has submitted an urgent set of proposals to the Chancellor of the Exchequer ahead of the Autumn Budget 2024, calling for vital action to support the environmental horticulture sector. Fran Barnes, HTA Chief Executive (pictured), said: "We need to see a commitment from the government to help, not hinder, our growth."
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Finalists revealed for APL Awards 2025
The Association of Professional Landscapers has unveiled the finalists for the prestigious APL Awards 2025. The announcement was made today at the APL Annual Meeting, which took place during the Futurescape event on 15 October 2024...
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Applications open for BBC Gardeners’ World Beautiful Borders 2025
Would you like to share your garden design talent with thousands of gardening enthusiasts? Applications for BBC Gardeners’ World events’ Beautiful Borders competition are now open...
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The Greenfingers Wing Walk is back in 2025 – are you brave enough to join?
To date, 18 brave individuals have taken to the skies above the Cotswold countryside, strapped to the top of a biplane, all in support of the Greenfingers Charity. Now, with 28th August 2025 set for the next Greenfingers Wing Walk, the charity is calling on the industry not to miss out on the chance to join the Greenfingers Hall of Fame!
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HTA responds to Seasonal Worker Scheme plans
The government has outlined a package of measures for seasonal workers employed by farmers and growers in the UK’s horticulture, poultry and sheep sectors...
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Glee: 50 years of influence, read GTN's Glee Review Issue on-line here
 GTN October 2024. In this Glee Review Issue:
- RocketGro – Towards Climate Positive
- Open for business in Shetland - GTN visits the new centre in Lerwick
- It’s Christmas – Entry details for GTN’s Greatest Christmas Awards 2024
- Glee 2024 – The Buzz is back
- Making an impact at Glee
- Potr - GIMA Seed Corn Fund Winner
- Glee Hero’s – Influencing the past 50 Years
- Glee New Product Award Winners
- Floral Thursday at Glee sets new records
- Hold on tight – Wing walkers for Greenfingers
- GTN Planteria – Seasonal picks for 2025 and beyond
- Navigating change at the HTA Conference
- HTA Viewpoint – Presidential reflections
Read the issue on-line here
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New community garden supported by the Mayor of London opens in North Kensington
Grassroots non-profit Grow to Know officially opened new community garden space ‘Life Under the Westway: Maxilla Gardens’ in North Kensington, as part of its continued mission to unlock access to nature within local communities...
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Kersten Catella to be keynote speaker at Women in Horticulture event
Wyevale Nurseries’ Sales and Marketing Director Kersten Catella has been selected to speak about her industry experience and leadership role at an inspirational ‘Women in Horticulture’ event next month...
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Critically endangered palm becomes rarest plant in Eden Project’s rainforest
An example of an extremely rare species of palm, only discovered in 2006, has found a new permanent home in the Eden Project’s Rainforest Biome in Cornwall, ready for visitors to see this October half-term...
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The best of last week's
If you missed last week's GTN Xtra, below are the most-read stories...
New leadership team to drive accelerated growth at Mr Fothergill's
Following the appointment of new Mr Fothergill’s CEO, Michael Yates (pictured), in January 2024, the business has continued to strengthen its executive team. Joining Yates are Steve Parkin, Exec Chairman, Sonila Troka, Chief Marketing Officer and David Harker, Chief Commercial Officer.
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AMES Companies expands with exclusive UK distribution of Scheurich range
As part of its ongoing mission to become the garden retail sector’s ultimate one-stop-shop for pots and planters, the AMES Companies has announced an exclusive UK distribution agreement with the iconic German brand, Scheurich...
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Kate surpasses £15k in her Greenfingers fundraising run
With less than 100 days of her mammoth 366 Daily Run for Greenfingers, Kate Ebbens has raised £15,167 for the charity.
Click here to read Kate’s October update
Christmas 2024 image library
The Stars for Europe image library and Christmas 2024 trend selection are now live!
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Slug Stoppa voted Best New Product at Glee
GTN Xtra Promotion
ecofective® Slug Stoppa took the headlines at Glee 2024, winning two accolades at the shows’ new product showcase awards. This includes taking top spot in the ‘Growing Materials’ category and then securing the prestigious ‘Overall Best New Product’ award...
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