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CRD hints at Glyphosate licence extension
The Chemicals Regulation Division have hinted that the Glyphosate licence may be extended to December 2025.

Time is running out for Exemptor orders
There are only two months left for UK growers to order Exemptor ready incorporated growing media mixes.

Health and Safety Executive to perform spot-checks
The HSE has issued a bulletin advising inspections will be performed to ensure COVID-secure working practices.

EU Settlement Scheme: Employer toolkit
The government have launched a toolkit for employers who employ EU citizens.

Growing Media Report highlights reduced peat use
A study has highlighted several trends concerning the use of alternatives to peat-based growing media.

TGA issues a statement regarding leatherjackets
The Turfgrass Growers Association has issued a statement about the control of leatherjackets and chafer grubs.

Greener front gardens reduces stress says RHS
The RHS recently published a paper, in collaboration with several universities, on the benefits of plants.

Plant passports and the post transition period
The Plant Health Regulation (PHR) will apply until the end of the Brexit transition period on 31st December 2020.

The importance of greenspace highlighted
Greenspace helps maintains the quality of life and health of those living in urban areas according to research.

Trials and tribulations of modern paving - BALI reports
Laying modern landscape materials using traditional construction methods are unsuitable for modern materials.