The British Ornamentals Association (BOA) is delighted to confirm the speaker programme for the much-anticipated BOA Technical Conference 2025. Taking place on 5th February 2025 at the National Farmers Union (NFU) Conference Centre in Stoneleigh, CV8 2TZ, the conference will feature industry leaders, innovators, and researchers sharing their expertise on a diverse range of topics.
Confirmed Speakers:
- Dr Sam Wilkinson, University of York – Utilising Jasmonates for Plant Protection
- Malcolm Smith, Galaxy 42 Ltd – Don’t Panic: A Journey from Spreadsheets to Advanced Data Solutions
- Islam Abdel-Aziz, ADAS – Carbon Accounting in Ornamental Crop Production
- Neil Bragg, Substrate Associates Ltd – Nutritional Considerations for Peat-Free Substrates
- Martin Emmett, National Farmers Union – Whatever Next? Responding to the Challenges Facing Our Industry
- Prof Alistair Griffiths, The Royal Horticultural Society – RHS Collaborative Transition to Peat Free with Growers and Gardeners
- Sean Loakes, Syngenta Ornamental
- David Domoney, Domoney Ltd
- Michael Smith, WD Smith – Floral Fantasia – Update
- Sarah Want, YPHA – YPHA Update
- Annelies Bayens, DCM – Innovative Approaches to Resilient Growing
- Marco Zevenhoven, RHP – Grip on the New Growing Media
The BOA Technical Conference offers an unparalleled platform for professionals across the horticultural industry to engage in thought-provoking discussions, explore the latest innovations, and network with peers.
To further enhance the experience, a pre-conference networking dinner will be held on 4th February 2025 at the Woodland Grange Hotel. The evening will feature the presentation of industry awards, providing an informal setting for attendees to connect.
For ticket information, including exclusive discounts for BOA members, please visit our website or contact us at info@britishornamentals.org.
