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Defra approves use of 'jumping plant lice' to battle Japanese knotweed

Wildlife Minister Huw Irranca-Davies has given the go-ahead today for the release of an insect, called a psyllid, to stop...

Natural controls for algae available ahead of Dichlobenil withdrawal

The last remaining biocide to control rooted submerged plants -- Dichlobenil will be withdrawn on 18 March.

Predatory beetle may control pear suckers

Experts are close to making a breakthrough to help combat the pear sucker - one of the most devastating of...

Growing Media Association deny Legionnaires' disease and compost link

The Growing Media Association says there is no "causal link" between the deadly Legionella longbeachae and potting compost, following three...

Tree disease and bio-security to be examined by experts at woodland conference

The head of the Forestry Commission's Plant Health Service is among speakers who will address a conference to raise awareness...

Scientists come step closer to tackling aphids

A breakthrough in the study of aphid reproduction has moved scientists one step closer to stamping out pest problems.

Consultation launched on new pesticide laws

The British Crop Protection Council issued its warnings as the Chemicals Regulation Directorate launched a consultation for Defra on new...

Food organisations form working groups to tackle impact of pesticides legislation

Leading food production organisations are working together to tackle the impact of looming pesticide legislation.

QVC and Thompson & Morgan reject plant disease claims

Shopping channel QVC and plant supplier Thompson & Morgan have denied claims by Alstroemeria grower Viv Marsh that bare-rooted T&M...

Nurseryman John Middleton recommends ban on imports to combat longhorn beetle threat

GAN trade show exhibitor Shelley Common Nursery owner John Middleton called for an outright ban on imports in the wake...

 
 

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