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Public consultation: epidemiological studies and pesticides

Public consultation: epidemiological studies and pesticides EFSA has opened a public consultation on its scientific opinion looking at the use of epidemiological studies in risk...
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AIPH welcomes EPO decision not to approve patents for plants

The International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH) welcomes the decision by the European Patent Office (EPO) to no longer grant patents to plants that...

bio-bean scoops the 2017 GIMA Innovators’ Seed Corn Fund

A proven vehicle for celebrating grass roots development and true innovation, the GIMA Innovators’ Seed Corn Fund (GISCF) has already contributed to helping three brands crack the garden...
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HTA gives evidence at EFRA Committee hearing on Brexit

The hopes and concerns of the garden industry post-Brexit were made clear to Westminster representatives at a Select Committee Inquiry on 15 November, and...
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Winter weed control – Teagasc

While plants are dormant there are some valuable weed control options available to the grower. In all cases, check labels and PRCD website for up to date...
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RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2018 awards

Awards Congratulations to all the 2018 Chelsea award winners Gardens Best Show Garden The Morgan Stanley Garden for the NSPCC Designed by Chris Beardshaw Best Construction Award Welcome to Yorkshire Built by...
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HTA | Laburnum anagyroides Yellow Rocket(R) takes best in show at New Plant Awards

Laburnum anagyroides Yellow Rocket® from Frank P Matthews has been crowned this year as Best in Show at the New Plant Awards on the...
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Teagasc Nursery stock seminar – 24th October

There is an exciting line-up planned for the event to be held in 2 weeks time. Seven speakers will bring us up to date...

Updated Plant Passports in 2019

This time next year all plants for planting will need to have a plant passport. You may have seen some of these new plant...
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DAFM Brexit – Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is a Phytosanitary Certificate? A: A Phytosanitary Certificate is a legal document issued by the NPPO (National Plant Protection Organisation) of the country of...