The BPIA welcomed more than 70 members and non-members to its recent AGM, seminar and networking event in central London, with professionals from all aspects of the industry attending.

BPIA chair Marc Hardenberg gave a brief overview of the Association, which has seen a 50% increase in membership in the last two years, placing it as one of the largest nursery industry trade associations in Europe. He also explained new membership initiatives and partnerships that make the Association more inclusive to retailers and service providers.

“The more members we have with a collective industry interest, the stronger the voice of the trade association when it comes to lobbying for change,” he says. “Many of our partners offer discounts and benefits, which makes membership even more valuable to everyone in the industry.”

The day’s events cumulated in the announcement of the BPIA Award winners.

The judging of the BPIA’s 2025 industry trade awards took place in June and the results were announced at the end of the BPIA’s AGM. The new awards format was open to the whole industry and provided manufacturers and suppliers with the opportunity to gain industry-wide recognition for their products.

For the first time, the BPIA also presented the Golden Rattle Award to recognise an exceptional contribution to the UK’s nursery industry. The three shortlisted nominees were Leonie Hayward of Cheeky Rascals, Ouvrielle Lindfield Roberts of Folk & Thread, and Debra Tucker of Red Kite Baby.

Commenting is Julie Milne, general manager of the BPIA. “We are delighted that so many people came along to find out more about what the BPIA has to offer – and enjoy networking and catching up with industry colleagues at the same time. There was a great atmosphere, and we hope that the fantastic feedback we have received will encourage even more people to attend next year.”

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