In honouring 125 years of shared growth, the Horticultural Trades Association reflects on its enduring commitment to members. Throughout this remarkable journey, we've stood with our dedicated members, offering unwavering support, fostering collaboration, and nurturing the thriving community that defines us. Here's to the remarkable individuals who have made these 125 years a testament to the strength of our collective bond.

The HTA welcomes garden retailers, growers, manufacturers and suppliers, landscapers and service providers in the UK.

We promote, support and nurture our industry to ensure a robust and sustainable future. We do this through representation of members’ interests to government and media, provide great garden gifting products and help members develop their businesses through first-class advice.

No matter the size or location of your business, if you're part of the gardening, amenity and landscaping industry, you need to be part of the association that represents it.

We produce Market Update reports which are usually released in the middle week of every month. These report on state of trade, consumer and business confidence, and trends that affect HTA member businesses. 

The latest Growing Media Monitor report highlights the horticulture industry's dedication to becoming peat-free. Based on 2022 data, the report, which is developed annually by the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) and its specialist group, the Growing Media Association (GMA), the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB), and the Department of Environment Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA), demonstrates a hugely positive shift towards more sustainable practices within the sector.

The use of peat in horticulture is a complex issue and one that has significant consequences for the present and future outlook of the industry. Peat has been used by the industry for decades it has unique nutritional and moisture retention qualities for use as a growing media for flora of all kinds.

Read further on related documentation, statistics and further news related stories based on peat below 

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