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If you’re shopping for weed killer, you won’t be short of choice. There are quite literally thousands of different products on the market, each claiming to be better than the rest in some way. So where do you begin? How do you choose a weed killer that won’t let you down?  Choosing the right type […]

Over recent year’s glyphosate and the weed killers that contain the active ingredient have been under fire from both news articles and legal cases claiming that it is a cause for cancer. This blog will explore what the truths are about this product and whether it really is as bad as they say… What is […]

With increasing changes to legislation around the use of chemical control for tackling problems such as leatherjackets and chafer grubs, there has been an increased use of biological control agents as part of many pest control programmes. Nemasys G and Nemasys J both contain beneficial nematodes which are effective biological control agents that are safe […]

The Women in Agriculture Practical Training Fund has been created by the Scottish Government as a way of supporting the personal development of women, giving them the additional skills they need to progress in their careers and also provide them with further employment opportunities in Scottish agriculture that without certain training they would not be […]

Many people want to know how to control ragwort naturally without using standard weed killers.  This can be done fairly simply and effectively via what is known as cultural methods and or using a plant based weed killer called Barrier H. Control ragwort organically with Barrier H Barrier H is an organic citronella based weed […]

Planting & Growing Wildflowers – A (pro)green experience! Ever fancied an alternative to grassland paddocks? Eager to reduce the mowing burden of a large back garden? You are not alone – as the rise in wild flower meadow areas attests. Not only do wildflowers look like a colourful painters palette in full bloom but the […]

A special offering for Bracken control – on sale for a limited period   Buy Asulox Now   Bracken is a very invasive plant that has many significant detrimental health effects for animals and humans. The foliage harbours pests such as ticks which transmit Lyme’s disease and spores which have been linked to cancer. It […]

The last two seasons have seen a marked rise in the awareness of Chafer grubs and Leatherjacket larvae. Unfortunately this has been in line with the increase in turf damage caused by these pests. The withdrawal from use of common insecticides such as Merit Turf and Chlorpyrifos has forced everyone to look for alternatives for […]

All vehicle mounted application equipment used to apply professional pesticides must hold a valid test certificate – rather like an MOT for sprayers, issued under the National Sprayer Testing Scheme (NSTS). Legislation is in place for all sectors where they might be in use, such as; agriculture, horticulture & the amenity sector. The description ‘Amenity’ […]

Are you, or do you know an outstanding sprayer operator? The 2018 Amenity Forum Sprayer Operator of the Year Award is now open for entries! Seeking to recognise and reward the high levels of professionalism and standards in the sector, a choice of three fantastic prizes are on offer, including a trip to a world-leading […]

Soft Rush (Juncus effesus) is an ongoing problem for grassland grazing and hay production areas.

The importance of good soil and a healthy pH for growing plants, or turf, is often overlooked. Healthy soils ensure that plants will be provided with all the nutrients they need to survive. The biggest three nutrients for plant growth are: (N) Nitrogen (P) Phosphorus and (K) Potassium. Other important nutrients are calcium, magnesium, sulphur […]