Over the past 12–18 months, the UK hydroponics retail market has experienced a noticeable slowdown, with margins becoming increasingly tight.

In our ongoing conversations with over 300 active stores each year, the same challenges consistently emerge: ongoing price pressure, online comparison driving widespread undercutting, reduced footfall, and the reality that higher volumes are no longer compensating for shrinking margins.

As a result, many retailers are finding themselves working harder for diminishing returns.

Rather than continuing these discussions individually, The Growers Forum creates a shared space for the industry to come together.

Hosted as a monthly, 60-minute Google Meet, it brings retailers and distributors into an open, honest conversation about current market conditions and practical ways to improve them.
This is not a sales call, but a focused and constructive trade discussion designed to support the industry as a whole.

Session 01: March – The Growers Forum

Thanks to everyone involved in our first Growers Forum session.

This space is open for ongoing input… feel free to contribute your thoughts, insights, or updates in the comments below to continue the conversation and help build a clearer picture across the industry.