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Plant Health Action

WEBThe Department of Environment Food and Rural Affairs published the Plant Biosecurity Strategy for Great Britain (2023) to set out a new vision for plant health: “To protect …

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Plant health facts Plant Health Action

WEBPlant health facts. Here are some fascinating fast facts from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations about the importance of plant health to humanity, our …

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Top tips for Plant Health Plant Health Action

WEBSource plants from reputable nurseries and suppliers. 3. Don’t bring back plants from abroad. 4. Report any unusual symptoms on trees and plants. Visit FC Tree Alert online. …

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Why plants are important Plant Health Action

WEBWhy plants are important. Healthy plants are a critical resource, the natural protectors supporting life on Earth. Plants are the source of the air we breathe and most of the food …

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Top tips for plant health Plant Health Action

WEBCaring for your plants and enjoying local trees is a great way to keep an eye on plant health close to home and if you spot anything make sure you report it.

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News Plant Health Action

WEBNews. Check out our latest plant health news and stories to find out more about the importance of plant health to people and the planet!

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Education and Training Plant Health Action

WEBWe have funded a Plant Health Undergraduate Studentship Scheme co-ordinated by the Royal Society of Biology, providing paid summer internships for the past 3 years.This …

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Resources Plant Health Action

WEBThe activity book covers topics including why plants are important and an introduction to plant disease, insects and fungi, to name a few, all designed to encourage children to …

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CITIZEN SCIENCE Plant Health Action

WEBThe ‘Check a Sweet Chestnut’ Citizen Science Call 2023 In 2023, between National Plant Health Week in May and National Tree Week in November, the RHS, Defra, APHA, …

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Plant Health Week Plant Health Action

WEBDuring the week, please look out for social media content, using the hashtag #iyph2020 #planthealthweek on Twitter and Instagram. Resources Izzy the Inspector Book - This …

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Protecting our plants and trees for future generations

WEBContacts. for England and Wales, contact APHA’s Plant Health and Seeds Inspectorate on 01904 405138 or [email protected]. for Scotland, contact the Scottish Government’s …

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Spotlight on… Insects! With Izzy the Inspector

WEBTrue bugs have mouths that act like a sharp straw which they use to pierce into plants or fruit to suck up juices. They feed on many different plants so if a plant is infected with a …

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National Plant Health Week Plant Health Action

WEBNational Plant Health Week is an annual designated week of action to raise public awareness and engagement on how to keep our plants healthy. It is a collaborative …

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Spotlight on… Bacteria! With Izzy the Inspector

WEBBacteria! With Izzy the Inspector. Bacteria are tiny microbes, even smaller than a full stop, so we can’t see them on plants with the naked eye. Scientists can only see bacteria with …

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Partners Plant Health Action

WEBOur activities are being coordinated by the UK’s Chief Plant Health Officer, Nicola Spence. We are working in partnership with a range of stakeholders including: Department of …

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HELP PROTECT OUR PLANTS

WEBVIRUSES. Viruses are often spread from infected plants to healthy ones by insects. Insects pick up the virus by sucking on the plant juices of an infected plant. They then suck on …

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Help Protect Our Plants with Izzy the Inspector

WEBPlants feed us: 80% of the food we eat comes from plants. Plants help us breathe: plants produce 98% of the oxygen we breathe. Plants reduce pollution: plants help remove …

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