WeevilWatch: Smart Pest Monitoring in Ornamental Crops Vine weevil (Otiorhynchus sulcatus) is still considered the number one pest of container-grown nursery stock crops, particularly on nurseries where long production cycles of susceptible crops occur or where unsold stock is carried …

Practical, industry-focused courses designed to build confidence, improve machine performance and develop essential turfcare mechanical skills The Bernhard Academy has announced its upcoming programme of technical training courses for November and December 2026, offering turfcare professionals the opportunity to develop …

Visitors to the Mansfield Sand stand (E010) at SALTEX 2026, taking place on 11 and 12 November at the NEC, Birmingham, will have the opportunity to explore a comprehensive range of sand-based products designed to enhance the health and performance …

All of the water use restrictions – colloquially known as hosepipe bans – introduced by water companies over the summer remain in force, despite widespread rainfall in recent weeks. According to the Environment Agency (EA), England received a third of …

GroundsFest 2026 has once again demonstrated why it has become the industry’s must-attend event, bringing together every corner of the groundscare, landscaping, amenities and outdoor industries for two unforgettable days at Stoneleigh Park. A total of 10,664 unique visitors attended …

The latest monthly Market Update from the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) shows that garden centre sales rose by +2% in value, including catering, in August 2026 compared with the same month last year, and were +7% ahead of August 2024. …