About GIMA

Welcome to GIMA

GIMA is a membership organisation of over 200 companies representing the majority share of suppliers and manufacturers operating within the UK gardening industry, together with an estimated £4billion in annual trade.

GIMA’s goal is to promote the commercial, trading and industrial interests of its UK and EU-based members supplying the UK garden retail industry. Run by a small team of dedicated professionals, and governed by a council of members, GIMA is funded by membership subscriptions and services. The range of services and support provided for members is extensive, offering something for all members, regardless of their size or heritage.

Why Join GIMA

By joining GIMA you will become part of a community of companies and individuals all focused on the gardening industry…

How To Join GIMA

GIMA Full and Associate Memberships are open to all individuals, companies or trade bodies domiciled or registered within the European Union….

Council & Governance

Run by a small team of dedicated professionals, and governed by a council of members, GIMA is funded by membership subscriptions and services.

Member Testimonials

“As an emerging brand in the garden retail sector, GIMA have been terrifically helpful in connecting and supporting our business as it grows. Vicky, Geraldine and the rest of the team have always been on hand to help and continue to facilitate events that have been pivotal to our development. We very much look forward to working with them further and would recommend membership to any new or existing business in the industry.”

"GIMA have performed outstandingly, always engaging with members, providing huge amounts of vital information across a broad section of topics and this has all been delivered in an interesting and positive way - other such bodies should look to GIMA and learn."

"GIMA provides significant support for Garden Trade suppliers in my view. It provides both excellent marketing and industry services in addition to being an excellent networking facilitator."

"A friendly team that really go the extra mile to provide lots of help and advice at any time."

"They have been very supportive and I know they are always at the end of a phone or email if I need advice."

"Have found all of the communication very clear, supportive and helpful. Webinars have been brilliant!"

"The team are incredibly helpful and supportive which massively helps our business enter a relatively new market for us."

"GIMA have provided a wealth of information to support our business this year."

About GIMA

Welcome to GIMA

Why Join GIMA

How To Join GIMA

Council & Governance

Member Testimonials

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