Protected Ornamentals

14 January 2022

An insight into selected soil assessment tests for horticulture, soil infiltration rates and much more.

25 November 2021

This factsheet examines nutrient programmes for poinsettias focusing on monitoring and the interpretation of growing media and leaf tissue analysis results.

4 October 2022

This edition of the Grower focuses on autonomous drones, robotics and labour efficiency.

30 May 2022

An easy to use guide to help monitor your crops and identify pests, diseases and disorders.

4 October 2022

This edition of The Grower includes information on a molecular tool to identify and quantify Fusarium species and the benefits of supplementary lighting for carbon dioxide uptake

31 October 2018

Results from The Bedding and Pot Plant Centre trials on plant growth regulators

4 October 2022

This Grower issues includes information on peat free growing media, the rise of the health conscious consumer and scouting robots

5 January 2022

This web page hosts the latest guidance from the Insecticide Resistance Action Group (IRAG). The 'Download' button provides background. Scroll down for guidance.

1 June 2022

An easy to use guide to assist growers, supervisors and technical recognise crop issues. 

23 May 2018

Vine weevil (Otiorhynchus sulcatus) remains the number one pest of container-grown hardy nursery stock. This factsheet provides information on the biology and damage caused by vine weevil adults and larvae and explains the various strategies that can be adopted to control the pest.

7 October 2022

This factsheet provides information on two weevils which were identified as potential threats to the nursery stock industry, providing information on identification and control.

28 September 2021

Recent advances have been made in the knowledge and management of downy mildews, white blisters and species of Phytophthora.

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