| Enhanced metaldehyde stewardship launched for 2017 |
| The Metaldehyde Stewardship Group has launched an enhanced campaign for 2017 to ensure maximum protection of the environment, and in particular birds, small mammals, and water. |
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| UK animal transporter: application for type 1 authorisation |
| The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) is reminding animal transporters that the process for renewal of type 1 transporter authorisations has changed and authorisations are no longer renewed automatically |
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| Compliance with PUWER for tree work winching operations. |
| The aim of this paper is to clarify the application of health and safety legislation to the use of winches in tree work - in particular in relation to the requirement for thorough examination and inspection. |
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| Test Centres Gear up for Sprayer Tests |
| From November 26th 2016, all pesticide application equipment in use requires, by law, a valid National Sprayer Testing Scheme (NSTS) certificate. |
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| Amenity Forum |
| Nominations now open for Amenity Sprayer Operator of the Year 2017 |
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| New tool means farmers and beekeepers can BeeConnected this season |
| New website launches to improve two-way relationship between farmers and beekeepers |