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• EGO Brings Professional Battery-powered Tools To FutureScape For The First Time

  18-08-2026 16:30 via landscapermagazine.com
  
  Battery-powered outdoor power equipment specialist, EGO, is set to make its FutureScape debut this October, demonstrating the innovations shaping the future of landscaping and grounds care.Ideal for contractors and businesses considering the move away from petrol to battery, EGO will showcase the breadth of its 56V battery platform, in which professional-grade equipment, interchangeable batteries, portable charging solutions, and connected fleet management work together to support operators work
  
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• UK Turf Industry At ‘Defining Moment’ – A Statement By The TGA

  18-08-2026 13:00 via landscapermagazine.com
  
  Turfgrass Growers Association warns rising production risks threaten long-term supply of turf14 August 2026 – The UK turf industry is facing a defining moment as extreme weather, rising production costs and increasing climate-related risks place unprecedented pressure on growers, the Turfgrass Growers Association (TGA) has warned.
  Figures released by the Government on 10 August show that 71.3% of England is experiencingdrought conditions, following an exceptionally hot and dry summer and t
  
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• GroundsFest Unveils Its 2026 Free Education Programme

  18-08-2026 10:35 via landscapermagazine.com
  
  GroundsFest has officially announced its 2026 education programme, with four dedicated seminar theatres delivering two days of free expert-led sessions covering the biggest topics affecting the grounds management, landscaping, local authority and sports turf sectors.Taking place on 16 and 17 September at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, the CPD-focused programme has been designed to give visitors practical advice, fresh ideas and valuable insight they can implement straight away.
  With no pre-booki
  
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• Which Fence Panels Are Most Popular? What 50,000+ Panel Sales Tell Us About 2026 (So Far)

  17-08-2026 16:30 via landscapermagazine.com
  
  East Coast Fencing has looked at its latest sales data to uncover the most popular fence panels of 2026 and how customer preferences have changed over the past year.East Coast Fencing sold more than 50,000 fence panels between 1 January and 31 July 2026, representing around 1,500 tonnes of product.
  Closeboard was the dominant choice, with standard and Ultra Heavy Duty Closeboard together accounting for around 57% of panels sold. Five-foot panels were the most popular height, while the best
  
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• FY3: Grey squirrel traps and maintenance

  17-08-2026 15:11 via gov.uk
  
  Find out about the aim and requirements for squirrel traps and maintenance.
  
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• Kress at GroundsFest 2026: Stand RB290

  17-08-2026 13:30 via landscapermagazine.com
  
  Kress returns to GroundsFest 2026 with its biggest showcase yet.Once again, you’ll find the team right by the main entrance on Stand RB290, making it easy to stop by and experience the latest innovations in professional landscaping equipment.
  Throughout the show, visitors will have the chance to see cutting-edge technology in action, get hands-on with the latest products and speak to the experts behind the range.
  Here’s what you can expect:See the action: Watch live demonstrations of
  
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• Most English Councils Fail To Recycle Plant Pots, Leaving Horticulture With A £750,000 Annual EPR Bill

  17-08-2026 11:16 via landscapermagazine.com
  
  A nationwide FOI investigation by the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) has found that more than half of councils in England are not fulfilling their legal obligation to collect non-black plastic plant pots from households for recycling — and most of those councils say they have no plans to start.The findings come four months after the government’s Simpler Recycling reforms came into force, to make household recycling more consistent across England.
  The HTA is warning that milli
  
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• Agrovista Amenity To Showcase The Future Of Robotics At GroundsFest 2026

  14-08-2026 17:10 via landscapermagazine.com
  
  Visitors to GroundsFest 2026 will have the opportunity to see the latest developments in autonomous turf care technology when Agrovista Amenity showcases a range of innovative robotic solutions on stand RB381.With robotics continuing to transform the way turf professionals manage their surfaces, Agrovista Amenity will be demonstrating a selection of advanced machines designed to improve efficiency, precision and productivity for a variety of turf management tasks.
  A key highlight will be the cha
  
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• GreenBest To Showcase Turf Care Solutions and Bespoke Services at GroundsFest 2026

  14-08-2026 13:30 via landscapermagazine.com
  
  GreenBest will return to GroundsFest in 2026, giving grounds professionals, landscapers and lawn care specialists the opportunity to explore its extensive range of turf and lawn care solutions.Visitors to Stand 28 in Hall 1 will be able to meet the GreenBest team, discuss their turf management requirements and learn more about the company’s professional product ranges and bespoke services.
  With decades of industry experience, GreenBest supplies customers across the UK and internationally w
  
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• Strong Growth In July’s Garden Centre Sales Amid Challenging Weather And Economic Conditions

  14-08-2026 11:02 via landscapermagazine.com
  
  There was significant growth in sales at garden centres in July, despite ongoing economic and environmental challenges, including the cost of doing business, fragile consumer confidence, and water restrictions.This month’s Market Update report from the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) reveals a robust performance, with sales rising by +11% compared to July last year and up +17%from July 2024, driven by an increase in both the number of transactions (+6%) and higher average transactio
  
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• Agrigem Welcomes Greg Holden as Horticulture Sales Manager

  13-08-2026 16:57 via landscapermagazine.com
  
  Agrigem, a leading UK supplier of amenity and horticultural products, is delighted to announce the appointment of Greg Holden as their new Horticulture Sales Manager.Greg brings extensive industry expertise, with a proven track record at leading organisations including Vitax, N-Virol, and Thomas Elliott. His deep understanding of nursery supplies, and the needs of commercial growers will be instrumental as Agrigem continues to grow its trade footprint.
  Speaking on his new role, Greg commented: &
  
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• A Golden Blend Of Soft And Hard Landscaping

  13-08-2026 11:30 via landscapermagazine.com
  
  The Landscaper talked to Richard Kearton of APL Awards triple gold medal winner Richard Adams Landscaping, to learn how he combined high quality paving and naturalistic planting to hone the perfect contemporary cottage garden.Tasked with redesigning the garden of a period Suffolk home, Richard wanted to combine the romantic with classic modern simplicity to create a space that would give a contemporary spin on a cottage-style garden.
  Richard’s experience and expertise proved critical to hi
  
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• GroundsFest Academy Delivers Another Successful Integrated Weed Event

  13-08-2026 09:15 via landscapermagazine.com
  
  GroundsFest Academy recently welcomed a large number of grounds professionals, students and volunteers to Loughborough Grammar School’s Quorn Playing Fields for a highly successful CPD-accredited Integrated Weed Management event.The free one-day event brought together industry experts, manufacturers and training providers to explore the latest developments in integrated weed management, focusing on best practice, funding opportunities, practical solutions and alternatives to traditional ch
  
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• EGO’s New ARC Lithium MAXTM Helps Professionals

  12-08-2026 16:08 via landscapermagazine.com
  
  A real working day isn’t measured by charge time; it’s measured by the work completed.That’s the thinking behind EGO’s new ARC Lithium MAXTM battery, developed to help professional grounds care teams complete up to 20% more work* over the course of an entire working day.
  As the leader in battery-powered outdoor power equipment, EGO understands that professional users need solutions to maximise productivity while out in the field. The new ARC Lithium MAXTM reduces interrup
  
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• EGO’s New ARC Lithium MAX™ Helps Professionals

  12-08-2026 16:08 via landscapermagazine.com
  
  A real working day isn’t measured by charge time; it’s measured by the work completed.That’s the thinking behind EGO’s new ARC Lithium MAXTM battery, developed to help professional grounds care teams complete up to 20% more work* over the course of an entire working day.
  As the leader in battery-powered outdoor power equipment, EGO understands that professional users need solutions to maximise productivity while out in the field. The new ARC Lithium MAXTM reduces interrup
  
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• HTA Responds To The Announcement Of More Drought Declarations Across The UK

  12-08-2026 15:00 via landscapermagazine.com
  
  With the UK experiencing increasingly extreme hot and dry weather this year, pressure on water resources is intensifying across the country.
  As drought declarations and water restrictions increase, the horticultural sector is calling for a long-term approach to water resilience that can meet the challenges of a changing climate.Following the Horticultural Trades Association’s (HTA) participation in today’s National Drought Group and in response to the announcement of wider drought de
  
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• MM Seed at the DLF Stand at GroundsFest

  12-08-2026 13:00 via landscapermagazine.com
  
  The DLF stand at GroundsFest will highlight a wide range of sustainable solutions from the world’s largest grass seed breeder, featuring products from the MM, Designer Seed brands.Alongside leading cultivars for sports and amenity turf, stand thirty will also display an array of colour with demonstration planters from the popular Pro Flora and Colour Boost wildflower ranges.
  As autumn renovation programmes begin, DLF’s 4turf® tetraploid technology will be a key focus on the stand
  
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• Accredited official statistics: The Children’s People and Nature Survey for England: 2023 update

  12-08-2026 10:30 via gov.uk
  
  Waves 5 and 6 of the Children’s People and Nature Survey ran between the 16 and 23 August 2023 (during the school holidays) and 18 and 26 September 2023 (during term-time). The survey aims to understand how children and young people aged 8 to 15 in England are engaging with the natural environment inside and outside of school.
  
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• Professional UK Growers Continue To Reduce Peat Levels In Plant Production

  12-08-2026 09:36 via landscapermagazine.com
  
  The latest figures from the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) show that UK growers and plant producers have continued to make substantial progress in reducing peat use, with peat accounting for just 21.8% of growing media in 2025, down from 34.4% in 2024 and 39.5% in 2023.This equates to professional peat levels falling by more than 60% since 2021, when it stood at 56%.
  The HTA Growers Growing Media Usage Survey 2026 also found that one-third (33%) of growers are already peat-free. Business
  
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• See Mansfield Sand’s Proven Sports Turf Solutions at GroundsFest

  11-08-2026 17:13 via landscapermagazine.com
  
  Visit Mansfield Sand on stand OSA260 at GroundsFest 2026, taking place on 16 and 17 September at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, and discover a comprehensive range of premium sand-based solutions designed for the sports turf industry.With more than 180 years of expertise, Mansfield Sand has built a reputation as one of the UK’s leading suppliers of high-quality silica sand products. Its solutions are trusted by elite sports stadiums, championship golf courses, professional training faciliti
  
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• Corporate report: Natural England Action Plan 2026 to 2027

  11-08-2026 16:57 via gov.uk
  
  How Natural England will work to achieve nature's recovery in partnership with others.
  
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• Golfers Invited to Swing into Action for Greenfingers Charity

  11-08-2026 13:05 via landscapermagazine.com
  
  Golfers from across the horticultural industry are being invited to take part in the Horticultural Golf Society (HGS) Captain’s Day at Sandy Lane Golf Club on 27 August 2026, with proceeds helping Greenfingers Charity create and maintain magical gardens for children, their families and carers who spend time in hospices.Located in the stunning landscape of the Moor Park estate on the Hertfordshire/Middlesex borders, Sandy Lodge Golf Club offers a spectacular setting for this year’s Ca
  
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• Penny UK to Showcase Complete Irrigation Solutions at GroundsFest 2026

  11-08-2026 10:04 via landscapermagazine.com
  
  Visitors to the Landscape Zone at GroundsFest 2026 will have the opportunity to discover Penny UK’s comprehensive irrigation offering, with the company exhibiting on Stand L155.Well established within the fruit growing and horticultural sectors, Penny UK is now expanding its presence in the landscaping market, bringing its expertise and extensive product portfolio to landscape professionals, contractors and nursery operators.
  At GroundsFest, the team will be showcasing a wide range of irri
  
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• Selecting and managing Local Sites

  10-08-2026 13:34 via gov.uk
  
  How Local Sites partnerships should select, manage and deselect Local Sites.
  
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• Guidance: Local Sites and nature conservation

  10-08-2026 13:33 via gov.uk
  
  Find out about Local Wildlife Sites and Local Geological Sites, and how they are selected and protected.
  
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• Introducing Tom Arnold of Amenity Forum

  10-08-2026 13:00 via landscapermagazine.com
  
  Q&A: Tom Arnold
  The Amenity Forum is the non-profit making voluntary initiative and the independent body bringing together professional organisations with an involvement in the amenity horticulture sector. Over the coming weeks, we’ll be brining you more stories and insights from the Amenity Forum.This week, the spotlight is on Tom Arnold, Director of the Amenity Forum, Founder and CEO of TopGrass and Chair of the UK Lawn Care Association, speaks about his passion for the amenity indus
  
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• Win Big With Pellenc UK At GroundsFest 2026

  10-08-2026 09:59 via landscapermagazine.com
  
  Pellenc UK will be returning to GroundsFest 2026 with its complete portfolio of professional battery-powered equipment, alongside the chance to win some fantastic prizes.Visitors to Stand OSA150 can not only explore the latest innovations in sustainable grounds maintenance and landscaping but also take part in a scratch card competition, with three top prize winners each receiving a Pellenc battery, charger and tool package, plus hundreds of additional giveaways up for grabs throughout the show.
  
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• CV Show Draws Landscaper Interest

  09-08-2026 17:10 via landscapermagazine.com
  
  Growing numbers of landscapers are visiting one of the mainstays of road transport and logistics.The Commercial Vehicle Show is seen as the UK’s premier event for these sectors but the 2026 edition underlined why it is becoming increasingly relevant to landscape contractors, arb businesses and local authority groundcare teams.
  While heavy trucks and distribution fleets remain a core element of the event, the show floor reflected the changing needs of a much broader audience. For businesses
  
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• One In 10 Tradespeople Now Spend A Full Working Day A Week On Social Media, Study Reveals

  09-08-2026 10:47 via landscapermagazine.com
  
  New research from Markel Direct found that more than three-quarters (76%) of UK tradespeople and small business owners now spend time creating social media content every week, with one in 10 dedicating up to a full working day to managing their online presence.The study explores the growing pressure on trades businesses to become content creators alongside running jobs. More than half (55%) admit they feel pressure to maintain an active social media presence, with many juggling filming projects,
  
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• Kramp Returns To GroundsFest 2026

  08-08-2026 09:40 via landscapermagazine.com
  
  Kramp, one of the UK’s leading suppliers of spare parts, is returning to GroundsFest 2026, taking place at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, on 16–17 September.Visitors can find the team on stand L80, where Kramp’s distinctive red container will showcase a selection of its best-selling products alongside the latest workshop solutions.
  Throughout the two-day event, Kramp’s knowledgeable team will be on hand to offer expert advice, answer product questions and discuss practica
  
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