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Have your say on the future of Horticulture and Landscape apprenticeships
The Horticulture and Landscaping Apprenticeship Trailblazer Group is a partnership of over 50 employers, trade associations, and educators. Together, we develop, refine, promote, and support horticulture and landscaping apprenticeships.
East of England habitat banks secure biodiversity boost with Plantlife partnership
Conservation Covenant approval paves the way for high-integrity Biodiversity Net Gain delivery in Essex and Cambridgeshire
STIHL launches new PKA 30 battery-powered pump head
Designed for efficient and precise application, STIHL has launched the PKA 30 battery-powered pump head, delivering automatic and constant pressure for even spraying and pumping of water, without the need for manual pumping, saving users time and boosting productivity.
PPE or A&E: new campaign flags rising chainsaw injuries
Lantra is launching a new campaign around chainsaw safety, with the tag line ‘respect the chainsaw’, having sourced new data which shows a concerning uptick in related injuries.
Tachographs: how to stay safe and compliant
Following a member query, BALI worked with a specialist transport solicitor to clarify the rules around the correct use of a tachograph and adherence to the EU drivers’ hours rules contained in EU Regulation 561/2006.
Talasey’s composite-to-site fencing reminder to landscapers as storm season begins
Storm Amy has recently heralded the start of what is expected to be a number of storms across the UK this winter and Talasey has issued a double-fold reminder to landscapers about the type and availability of fence panels.
Soft Landscape Specialist Peter Bassett receives RHS 40 Years Service Award for his contribution to Horticulture and Landscape Sector
Peter Bassett, Managing Director of Goddards (Landscape Contractors) Limited, has been awarded the prestigious RHS 40 Year Service Award for service and contributions within the horticulture and landscape industries.
Team GB travel to Milan for STIHL TIMBERSPORTS® World Championship
For the first time ever, the British TIMBERSPORTS® team will feature a female competitor when they travel to Milan for the biggest event of the logger sports season, the STIHL TIMBERSPORTS® World Championship later this month.
Start With the End in Mind: Building a Business to Sell
Sones Accountancy Services explores why every business owner should build their business as if they plan to sell it. This not only boosts its value to potential buyers but also makes it stronger, more profitable, and easier to run right now.
BALI Chalk Fund Celebrates the 2025 National Student of the Year Award Winners
The BALI Chalk Fund charity is delighted to announce and congratulate the outstanding winners of the 2025 National Student of the Year Awards, who have been selected and officially notified for their exceptional talent and dedication to the landscape industry.