Natasha Golley from Askham Bryan College_A past student scholarship winner
The new Level 6 Higher Cert Horticulture Apprenticeship has been up and running at the Teagasc College in the National Botanic Gardens Glasnevin for the past three years and August 2026 sees the fourth new class intake. This programme is part of the SOLAS Generation apprenticeship programme, which is an exciting avenue for young people to progress their route to qualifications through applied learning combining [...]
The Garden Industry Manufacturers’ Association (GIMA) has recently launched Gardenex, its dedicated international trade service, designed to support international trade, strengthen commercial connections and create new opportunities for businesses operating across the global garden sector. Gardenex provides a platform for businesses looking to explore new markets, build valuable partnerships and engage with buyers and suppliers from around the world. “The launch of Gardenex represents an [...]
Glee (8–10 September) and Autumn Fair (6–9 September) co-locate at the NEC Birmingham this autumn, creating Europe’s largest combined home and garden trade show in the second half of the year. For buyers across garden, home and gift, it presents a unique opportunity to source across categories, discover new suppliers and tap into a broader retail landscape all in one visit. From established names to [...]
In association with Gardenworld Nurseries At Growtrade, we’re running an interview series titled ‘Small Talk’, where we talk to various influential members of Ireland’s horticulture trade. This week’s conversation is with the garden designer and owner of Laurel Hill Gardens – Debbie Brophy. How did you first get involved in the horticulture sector? While in my previous job I began to do the postgraduate diploma in garden [...]
Woodie’s, Ireland’s leading DIY, home and garden retailer and an official Great Place to Work, is hiring qualified horticulturists across their stores. They’re looking for people with horticulture qualification and experience, strong plant knowledge and a passion for customer service to help maintain their garden centres, manage stock and deliver expert advice. What they offer Full-time (39 hours) and part-time roles, €14–€16 per hour (DOE), [...]
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