Nursery Conference in Poland to Tackle Industry Transformation

KATOWICE, POLAND – MAY 25, 2024: Plant seedlings and bag packed soil substrate in a specialist gardening supply store in Katowice, Poland.

The nursery industry is entering a new era – one full of challenges, but also opportunities. Climate change, stricter environmental requirements, digitalisation, ESG standards, and shifting customer preferences mean every season now brings fresh questions.

On 25–26 November 2025, leaders, experts, and practitioners from across Europe will gather in Bydgoszcz, Poland, for the International Conference Nursery – Manage the Transformation. Organised by the Polish Nurserymen Association and the Green Promotion Agency, and held under the honorary patronage of AIPH (International Association of Horticultural Producers) and ENA (European Nurserystock Association), the event will turn knowledge into tangible action, offering practical solutions, real-life examples, and ideas ready for immediate implementation.

A European meeting point for the nursery sector

With over 3,200 nurseries and 7,000 hectares of ornamental plant production, Poland is one of Europe’s largest producers. But scale alone is not enough. The industry now needs decisive action, from technological innovation to new management models and sustainable development strategies.

This conference offers a unique opportunity for the European nursery sector to meet in one place, exchange expertise, forge partnerships, and gain a deeper understanding of the Polish market.

Four pillars of transformation

The programme is built around four key themes: production, assortment, business and soft skills, and sales and marketing.

Confirmed speakers include:

  • Arno Engels (Netherlands) – mulches, biocontrol, and automation in practice
  • Jonathan Marquis (UK) – step-by-step implementation of peat-free growing
  • Graham Spencer (UK) – latest trends and plant novelties
  • Dr Joanna Rayss (Poland) – ecosystem-based design in nursery practice

Full programme: Nursery Conferences – 2025

From theory to practice

A highlight of the conference will be a visit to Vitroflora nursery, where delegates will see technologies and solutions from the sessions in real-world operation. This is an opportunity to explore production processes first-hand and network directly with peers.

Who should attend?

Designed for nursery owners, managers, landscape architects, technology providers, and industry organisations, participation offers:

  • Expert knowledge and practical solutions
  • Ready-to-implement ideas for business growth
  • Opportunities to strengthen team skills and brand visibility
  • Direct B2B networking in the Suppliers Gallery
  • Informal networking during the Gala Dinner

Registration

The International Conference Nursery – Manage the Transformation is an investment in growth, partnerships, and the future of your business.

Date: 25–26 November 2025

Venue: Qubus Hotel, Bydgoszcz, Poland

Register here

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