GIMA urging retailers to keep cash flow active during lockdown
There is no doubt that the continuation of the COVID-19 lockdown is placing significant and never before seen pressures on the garden retail supply...
Wimbledon strawberry grower speaks to the OFC
What does the cancellation of Wimbledon mean for their only strawberry grower, Hugh Lowe Farms Ltd in Kent? And how will the labour shortage,...
Joint call for extraordinary and urgent support to the European flower & live plants...
In an unprecedented move, a united coalition of 9 European -based organizations, representing all segments and sub-sectors of the flower & live plants sector...
Advisory Guidelines for Landscape Contractors during COVID-19 Restrictions – ALCI
Is Horticulture an Essential Service?
Yes, as confirmed on the DAFM website, on the FAQ page. Horticultural production, including nurseries, are deemed to be included...
Easter Bank Holiday weekend confusion as new laws ‘allow’ garden centres and hardware shops...
Hugh O'Connell
Hardware stores and garden centres can legally reopen under new laws signed by Health Minister Simon Harris – but the Government wants them...
Bord Bia’s Covid Hub supports impacted businesses
Bord Bia’s website has a dedicated Covid-19 Hub section packed with insights and services to help you navigate and adapt your business during these...
Minister Humphreys announces Major Expansion of Business Supports for SMEs
Expansion of two SBCI Loan Schemes by €450m to provide an extra €250m for working capital and €200m for longer-term loans, bringing the...
IFA calls on government to support the nursery stock sector – IFA
IFA President Tim Cullinan has called on the Minister for Agriculture, Michael Creed to put in place supports for the ornamental plant sector (cut...
Coronavirus Global Impact Survey – AIPH
Results of a joint survey by the International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH) and FloraCulture International magazine (FCI) sent to horticultural trade associations...
COVID-19 – Irish Organic Association
The Irish Organic Association remains open for business with staff working from home. We ask you to be patient and we will get to...