HortiTrends Weekly News & Comment - Glas Ireland Horticulture Tradeshow - Bigger Busier Better - July 17th

The Glas Tradeshow takes place on the 23rd of July at Citywest Convention Centre, Dublin. Judging by the increased number or exhibitors, new product launches and the general buzz about this years show, its safe to say that optimism is now contagious and affecting all sectors of horticulture in Ireland. To get a flavour of whats on offer at this years show, read on to see some of the stand highlights from the leading horticulture companies in Ireland.

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The Sodshow meets Finbarr OMahony of West Cork Secret – Part 2

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Tully Nurseries & Plant Centre at Glas 2015

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Your ideas, our expertise!

At Tully Nurseries we like to get as much feedback as possible from our current and future customers. We are always striving to produce a better quality product and a wider range of plants.

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Get Ready for the Last Registration Deadline for Chemicals

All chemical substances produced or imported in the European Economic Area between 1 and 100 tonnes a year need to be registered by 31 May 2018 with the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA). This is the last deadline for existing chemicals under the REACH Regulation. It will complete the gathering of data on substances manufactured or used in Europe, and will ultimately improve human health and the environment.

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Potential of Cultural Heritage for Regional Development Outlined

The role of cultural heritage in regional and local development was outlined by international expert Professor Claude Dubé at a seminar in Galway City yesterday, 14 May 2015. The seminar also included the Irish launch of an innovative €1.6 million cultural tourism project called Craft Reach funded by the EU Northern Periphery and Arctic (NPA) programme. 

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Abraham Tree Maintenance - Business Profile - Now Hiring

Established in Craigavon for over 25 years, our reputation as one of the area's leading tree surgery teams has gone from strength to strength. Specialising in every tree service available, we pride ourselves on safety, reliability and providing each customer with the perfect result.

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The Sodshow Meets Marion Keogh of Bloom Fringe – Part 1

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HortiTrends Weekly News - Horticulture Connected Going to Print - Guarantee Your Copy April 2nd

The first edition of Horticulture Connected Journal in 2015 will be with you in the next few days. If you have not already subscribed to guarantee your copy, you can do so HERE

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National Agrochemical Distributors Ltd (NAD) at Glas 2015

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Nad will be exhibiting our extensive range of products for the nurseryman , landscaper,local authority , bedding and pot plant grower . Range includes Crop Protection Products , Windbreak ,Protex Groundcover fabric, Shading , Composts , Top Dressing ,Biological control products ,

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Institute of Technology Blanchardstown at Glas 2015

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Full-time and part-time horticulture courses available at ITB

Designed to incorporate both the theoretical and practical aspects of horticulture, courses include modules on organic production, sustainability, landscape design and turf-grass management as well as computing, business and personal development.

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Everris at Glas 2015

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At Everris/ICL we pride ourselves in being a complete solution provider that specializes in ornamental horticulture, turf and amenity, and specialty agriculture. Even though our company name has changed, we are the same dedicated people who truly are driven by innovation and inspired by nature.

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Concept Show Garden at Bloom 2015 - Our Origin is Green

The garden concept for ‘Our Origin is Green’ has developed from a Celtic knot design of two dogs found in the Book of Durrow. Celtic design has been a source of inspiration for designers and crafts people for many centuries. The application to Landscape has often been through a rustic style. The purpose of this garden is to demonstrate Celtic design through the use of modern Irish materials. 

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Jessica Evans is the Chartered Institute of Horticulture Young Horticulturist of the Year 2015

Jessica Evans, Head Gardener at Tintinhull Gardens, National Trust won the much sought after and nationally acclaimed Chartered Institute of Horticulture’s 2015 Young Horticulturist of the Year competition (YHoY), at the Grand Final held at the National Trust’s Barrington Court property in Somerset on 9 May. Jessica, representing the South West Branch of the Institute (CIH), won the coveted £2,500 Percy Thrower Travel Bursary, provided by the Shropshire Horticultural Society. The Bursary enables the competition winner to undertake a trip, anywhere in the world, to study a subject related to their chosen field of horticulture.

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The Sodshow Meets Marion Keogh of Bloom Fringe – Part 2

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HortiTrends Weekly News - Wages Survey - New Nursery Awards at Garden Show Ireland - ITB Horticulture Open Day - Join the Board of Bord Bia - April 14th

We recently carried out the first of what will be, an 'Annual National Wages for Horticulture Survey' in conjunction with Horticulture Connected Journal. Data has been sorely lacking and we hope, that by starting this annual survey it will begin to rectify the information gap that has existed. Subscribers to the Spring Edition of Horticulture Connected Journal will already have this information to hand. You too can have a print copy by subscribing HERE.

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