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How to get plant breeders' rights and what protection it gives your plant varieties.
How to stop the spread and dispose of invasive non-native plants that can harm the environment in England.
What you need to do if you keep, grow, find or sell certain invasive plant species and your responsibilities to prevent their spread.
How commercial plant growers can grow FPCS-certified stock, and find out the benefits of using it in commercial plantations.
How to apply for national listing of agricultural and vegetable plant varieties in Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
How to deal with waste, including hazardous waste, and prevent pollution.
Aphids spread plant viruses through nonpersistent transmission, whereby virus particles attach transiently to these insects’ probing mouthparts
You may need an exemption permit if you wish to artificially propagate your fishery or carry out improvements
Find out how to apply VAT zero rating for the supply of those plants and seeds that are used to grow food for human consumption.
Guidance in the event of a release of biological, chemical and radiological agents.
Explains the legislation governing Tree Preservation Orders and tree protection in conservation areas.
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