August Trade Day saw early signs of spring, with daylight a little earlier and buyers a little keener as we all prepare for the traditionally busy months ahead.
After our very memorable 40th anniversary celebrations in 2018 – back in the Caribbean Gardens days – now another five years on and August 2023 marks the 45th Anniversary of Trade Day. A great achievement everyone – very well done!
And for September, after what seemed a long cold winter, a cool and overcast spring day at KCC park began this busiest season of the year for the nursery industry.
« Let’s all celebrate – Facey’s team taking the opportunity to ‘double up’ on the birthday celebrations – August also marked their 64th anniversary. Treats aplenty to share.
« Keith “Rocky” Rockman hosting the complimentary BBQ – and the all-important Raffle draws at end of trade time.
« Welcome back – after an absence of several months, Jon Noonan and Patrick Guilty of TGA back on board for this seasonal market – and keen to network with many of their associates.
« Southern Plants – Chris Edney, Tony Bremner and Mark Jackson with their eye-catching display, welcoming customer enquires throughout the morning.
« Jake McKenzie Edwards and Stephanie Neck from Sidekicker, alongside the NGIV table, happily chatting to members during the morning.
« DNS Electric Vehicles – We acknowledge and thank Matthew and Dianne for their continued support, allowing us unlimited access to their electric cart to assist traders and buyers with movement of stock in and out of the pavilion. The ever-smiling Margaret Alexandrou was behind the wheel again for the spring stock run.
« Our Spring Gala Day BBQ was proudly sponsored by Silver Industry Partner Powerplants – the crew enjoying the spotlight – Parmesh Sager, Michael Bednarz, Simon Gomme and Yuvraj Redhu.
« Julie Maggs and Jen Cheers happily enjoying the spotlight as Platinum Industry Partner Norwood was recognised as our ‘Sponsor of the Day’ – and with Julie enthusiastically taking on the all-important bell ringing duties, buyers were as always amused by this monthly ritual to begin official trade time.
