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Are we heading towards a drought?
Many landscapers will have welcomed the recent period of dry, sunny weather, making hay while the sun shines, but there may be cause for concern when it comes to water availability over the next few months.
Landscaping under the Scottish Government 2025-26
The Scottish Government has published its Programme for Government for 2025 to 2026, bringing potential implications for BALI members north of the border.
Evergreens UK Group: The UK’s first 100% circular artificial play surface installation completes on the Scottish Borders
The decision to install ONE-DNA™ Play 100% circular artificial grass from LazyLawn at Innerleithen Park marks a national first, aligning perfectly with the Scottish Border Council’s eco-conscious goals
Mastering Markup and Margin for Landscapers and Trades
Sones Accountancy Services highlights how understanding the difference between markup and margin is the key to quoting confidently and keeping your profits in check
Get ahead of plant health risks with BALI’s free resources
Plant health is an important issue for the landscaping sector and Plant Health Week (5-12 May) and the International Day of Plant Health (12 May) reminds all of us to keep it in mind.
Survey reveals insights into skin cancer in the horticulture workforce
12% of survey respondents had been diagnosed with some form of skin cancer, according to a survey performed by the Chartered Institute of Horticulture and Plant Network
Why Landscapers and Trades Call Sones Their Go-To Accountants
Sones Accountancy Services explains how their hands-on, no-jargon approach helps landscapers and tradespeople stay on top of their finances, save tax, and focus on growing their business.
Get ready for Mental Health Awareness Week
It is Mental Health Awareness Week from 12 to 18 May, giving members a timely opportunity to raise this important issue with employees.
BALI welcomes new tree health research
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has marked National Plant Health Week by announcing 17 new research projects on tree health.
Talasey appoints Lisa Young as new Managing Director
Talasey – one of the UK’s leading independent suppliers of landscaping solutions – has appointed Lisa Young (formerly of Stark Group) as its new Managing Director.
