We are delighted to share that the BFA team behind Fashion for a Cause has been named Best in Show at Fleurs de Villes DIANA at Somerset House, alongside a strong showing from BFA members across the exhibition and two further award-winning designs.
At the British Florist Association, we know pricing is a crucial part of running a flower shop. You can have the best-selling bouquet – if the sums underneath are wrong, you are losing money every time it sells. So, we have partnered with Florist Toolbox to give members a set of business calculators to help … Read more
If you’ve ever sat staring at Instagram wondering what on earth to post, spent longer writing a caption than creating the bouquet, or wondered why all those beautiful flower photos aren’t attracting the enquiries you’d hoped for, Queen Bee suggest there’s a good chance the problem isn’t your social media. It might simply be where … Read more
Sustainability & supply chain – 21st June 2026 From Farm to Florist: BFA Directors Gain First-Hand Insight in Kenya A first-hand look at flower production in East Africa – from growing and harvesting to sustainability, people and the realities behind part of the supply chain serving UK florists. In early June, British Florist Association Directors … Read more
The Fresh Produce Consortium (FPC) has welcomed confirmation from Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) that four flower species imported from the EU will benefit from a reduction in plant health border inspection rates from 3% to 1%, effective from 00:01 on 19 January 2026. The decision represents a major win for the … Read more
We’re excited to introduce three new BFA Board Directors and announce John as Chair and Jo as Vice Chair, bringing fresh expertise and strong leadership to support our industry.
We’re thrilled to share some exciting news from the Trade Association Forum Awards. The BFA has been recognised in not just one, but two categories! With the final results revealed in February, here’s a look at why this recognition means so much to our community…
Budget Day always brings uncertainty, especially during a busy season. So we asked Interim Chair, John, for his take on the key announcements and what they mean for your business.
Smithers-Oasis UK Ltd returns as sponsor of the UK Florist of the Year competition, continuing their commitment to championing creativity, craftsmanship, and the future of British floristry.
Discover how Flowervision’s network of UK-based wholesalers is helping florists thrive. From reliable service and quality stock to local knowledge and long-standing industry relationships, this blog explores why Flowervision is a trusted name for so many British florists.
