The workshops are a great opportunity to catch up with developments in key areas of production, see a range of trials and demonstrations undertaken within a commercial environment, exchange findings and results and generally network with other growers and colleagues.
Note, that the workshop format is the same as in previous years - up to 30 delegates, nursery and local venue based, with various presentations and practical applications; while the new masterclass format is - up to 10 delegates, nursery based, more in-depth detail, a chance to modify your own programmes and procedure's
The technical programme for 2025 will be announced in the new year.
After the delivery of each workshop, content is recorded on a webpage for future reference. Each webpage contains a short technical summary of the key points discussed, relevant images from each workshop, videos of some of the presenters answering key questions, and the presentations and handout from each workshop, which can be downloaded. The workshops delivered so far are summarised below, with links to the relevant webpage.
Getting to Grips with Biological Pest Control Workshop
Autumn Potting Deadlines and the Effects of Late Potting on Overwintering and Pathogen Susceptibility Workshop
Herbicide Tolerance in Container- and Field-Grown Herbaceous and Hardy Nursery Stock Workshop
Propagation in Peat-Free Substrates Workshop
Nutrient and Water Management in Peat-Free Substrates Workshop
Non-Chemical Weed Control in Field-Grown Crops Workshop
Improving Nursery Water Use Efficiency Workshop
Biostimulant Use Workshop
