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Glyphosate Market Conditions
Few materials have escaped the effect of either the pandemic or peaks in demand, and glyphosate is no different. ICL share an update on current and future availability of glyphosate-derived products.
Forestry Commission responds after new tree disease in England spreads
The UK Chief Plant Health Officer has confirmed further findings of the disease Phytophthora pluvialis in previously affected woodlands, following further investigation.
Tree Council launch Oak Processionary Moth toolkit
Oak Processionary Moth (OPM) was accidentally introduced in England in 2005 and is now established in Greater London and surrounding counties in the south of the country.
Council prosecuted for failing to inspect tree on a public footpath
During December 2021 Staffordshire County Council were prosecuted for failing to inspect and maintain a tree on a public footpath, following the death of a member of the public.
Employers’ responsibilities regarding provision of PPE
On 6 April 2022 employers and employees’ duties regarding personal protective equipment will be extended.
Product availability update by Construction Leadership Council
John Newcomb, CEO at the Builders Merchants Federation discusses availability of construction materials and how the situation may evolve.
Phytophthora pluvialis discovered in England
Phytophthora pluvialis is a fungus-like pathogen known to affect a variety of trees.
Defra to offer a free plant health webinar
The webinar is to help stakeholders understand the changes to plant health import requirements.
Defra invite members to feedback on PPP regulations
Participation in the interviews is voluntary and no private or business-sensitive data will be discussed.
Acelepryn treatment period coming to an end
The authorised treatment period for the insecticide, Acelepryn, will come to an end on 29th November 2021.