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Defra offer drop-in sessions to answer controls questions
Defra has launched a free drop-in services for stakeholders to ask plant import and export questions.

Asian hornet identified in Ascot, monitoring underway
The National Bee Unit has confirmed a sighting of an asian hornet in Berkshire.

Our Association partners with Driving for Better Business
We are proud to announce we have become a Strategic Partner for the government-backed programme.

Registration opens for Plant Health Export Service (PHES)
Exporters of plants, plant products or plant produce can now register to use PHES.

New imports phasing timeline announced
Defra has announced a revised timetable for the introduction of plant health controls.

Plant biosecurity consultation launched by Defra
The government has launched a plant biosecurity consultation to engage with the industry.

Front gardens in the battle against urban flooding
Our Technical Officer explores how our green spaces can play a part in mitigating flooding in urban areas.

Limited availability of plants during autumn and winter 21/22
With stock shortages ongoing, limited availability of plant stock is likely to continue to be limited.

New rules for towing from autumn 2021
There will be a significant change in rules concerning towing - make sure you know what's coming.

More information released regarding Border Control
Defra has released a recording of a webinar and answers to questions providing more detail.