Developing Business In The Garden Industry
HTA encourages government to replace SAWS scheme
The HTA welcomes the publication this week of the Migration Advisory Committee’s (MAC) report on the impact on the horticultural sector of closing the SAWS scheme.
The report highlights the importance of the scheme in terms of providing essential seasonal labour, and illustrates the potential negative impacts if the scheme is not extended or replaced at the end of 2013.
Gary Scroby, HTA Policy manager comments “The SAWS scheme which allows growers
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EU plant health proposals headed in the right direction says HTA
The HTA welcomes much of what is contained in EU proposals published this week regarding plant health, plant reproductive material and official controls although more work is needed in some areas.
The proposed regulations are part of a package of measures adopted by the European Commission aimed at modernising and simplifying the agri-food chain.
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It's show time for new plants at HTA National Plant Show
New and innovative plants are back in the spotlight this year at the prestigious New Plant Awards, sponsored by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS).
A star attraction at the HTA National Plant Show 2013, the awards will showcase the best in new plant introductions from UK plant suppliers and a selection of international breeders.
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HTA launches new Cost Reduction Programme for members
This month sees the HTA launch CRoP - a new Cost Reduction Programme designed to enable members to save money on essential business expenses.
CRoP offers members access to a range of core business products and services through HTA partners at discounted rates, including:
· Barclaycard, who offer HTA members access to competitively priced card processing and value added products;
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Why Horticulture and Horticultural Skills Matter to the UK
Horticulture Matters, a report put together by the RHS, HTA and other key industry stakeholders, concludes that unless we tackle the skills shortage immediately, the UK will face a serious crisis in years to come.
HTA Director General Carol Paris, comments, “The importance of horticulture to the UK cannot be overstated. It plays a fundamental role in the economy, society, the environment and in ensuring food security. We need to invest in horticulture now to secure its long term future.”
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Book your place at the HTA UK Plant Biosecurity Conference 2013
‘Prepare for the threats of tomorrow’, is the call to action behind the UK Plant Biosecurity Conference taking place on 30 May at FERA’s headquarters near York.
Interest in the event is building fast with the following businesses among those already booked to attend: Alba Trees, Christie Elite Nurseries, Dukeswood Nursery, Fargro, Frank P Matthews, J & A Growers, Johnsons of Whixley, Oakover Nurseries, Trees Please, Wee Tree Wholesale Nurseries and Wyevale
... Read More >>The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) is the trade association for the UK garden industry. It is dedicated to helping develop the industry and its member businesses, including most garden centres and other garden retailers, growers, landscapers, manufacturers and suppliers.
