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Welsh farmers gain access to Low-Interest Green Loans
33+ min ago (322+ words) Welsh farming businesses will be able to access affordable finance to modernise their operations and cut carbon emissions, under a new loan scheme to be launched by the Welsh Government and delivered by the Development Bank of Wales later this…...
Annual review summarises latest fruit research results from Niab
57+ min ago (207+ words) The Niab Fruit Annual Review 2026 has been published, showcasing the latest results and developments from the organisation's extensive portfolio of fruit research projects. Now freely available on'niab. com, the annual publication highlights current research activities across the organisation's fruit programme…...
Wyevale Nurseries appoints new Finance Director
1+ hour, 25+ min ago (274+ words) Lisa Edwards, Wyevale Nurseries new Finance Director 2026 WYEVALE Nurseries has announced the appointment of Lisa Edwards as its new Finance Director " strengthening the company's board as it continues to invest in its long'term growth and development (May 2026). Lisa, who is…...
Garden sector urged to show floral support for Greenfingers Kilimanjaro trekkers
2+ day, 5+ hour ago (92+ words) Hort News Garden sector urged to show floral support for Greenfingers Kilimanjaro trekkers The initiative aims to boost fundraising for hospice gardens for children with life-limiting conditions, with the 23-strong team already raising over "160, 000 for a new garden at Naomi…...
Royal Van Zanten introduces five new Colorita" varieties
3+ day, 7+ hour ago (209+ words) Could your patio or balcony use an extra splash of colour? This season, Royal Van Zanten introduces five new Colorita" pot alstroemeria varieties: Mette, Zaria, Lynne, Lizzy and Orania. These additions make the assortment even stronger, richer and more versatile,…...
GCA announces 2026 summer regional award meetings
3+ day, 18+ hour ago (322+ words) The Garden Centre Association (GCA) has revealed the dates and venues for its summer regional award meetings when members find out who has come top in their area annual inspections (May 2026). Garden centres are encouraged to attend their area event…...
WUR and Ohio State University strengthen global collaboration in greenhouse horticulture
4+ day, 5+ hour ago (305+ words) Wageningen University & Research (WUR) in the Netherlands and The Ohio State University (OSU) in the United States have signed a new cooperation agreement to expand collaboration in greenhouse horticulture. The partnership aims to advance research, education and knowledge exchange in…...
Dutch Lily Days at Onings: view and compare the world's largest assortment of lilies
4+ day, 7+ hour ago (261+ words) From Tuesday 2 to Friday 5 June, Onings Holland Flowerbulbs will once again open the doors of their trial greenhouse in Honselersdijk during the Dutch Lily Days. During this period, the world's largest assortment of lilies will be in bloom " a unique…...
Report says more farming co-operatives could "unleash growth" in UK
5+ day, 58+ min ago (259+ words) A new report due to be published this week by the Co-operative Party suggests that agricultural co-operatives could "unleash growth" in the UK and improve national food security in the face of crises such as the Middle East conflict by…...
Aldi predicts boost for British blackberries
5+ day, 1+ hour ago (291+ words) Aldi has confirmed that all blackberries sold in its stores by 21 May will be homegrown. Working with supplier Driscoll's, the supermarket says the transition will provide consumers with better consistency and taste, and that this year's British berries are expected…...