Best Arboriculture Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 185 - Live from TCI Expo 2024 - The Future of Plant Health Care (PHC) 56:16

21h ago56:16

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Joe and Korey record live from TCI Expo 2024 in Baltimore. The guys discuss and share their thoughts on the future of the plant health care industry and answer questions from the audience in this special edition of the Discovering Forestry Podcast. If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your que…

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Fighting for our right to roam, with Kate Ashbrook of Open Spaces Society 24:26

6h ago24:26

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Kate Ashbrook is an author and has been the general secretary of the Open Spaces Society for 40 years and counting, but she is first and foremost, a campaigner. On this week's HortWeek Podcast she recounts some of the best changes she has seen during her tenure - "the greater awareness of the importance of open spaces for the public and the greater…

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George Bumann - Eavesdropping on Animals 1:11:22

5h ago1:11:22

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Send us a text Summary In this episode of Tree Lady Talks, host Sharon engages with wildlife expert and sculpture artist George Boomin, who shares insights from his book 'Eavesdropping on Animals.' The conversation explores the intricate ways animals communicate, the significance of sound in nature, and the intelligence of various species. George d…

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Charity appeal for Schizophrenia Research by Jacqueline Waring 5:27

5d ago5:27

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Send us a text Please be aware that this episode contains references to taking one's own life (support available in the show notes below). Jacqueline Waring, UK Arboriculturist, speaks of her departed and beloved son Will, who took his own life this year whist in the high security wing of the Inverness Pyschiatric Hospital. This appeal is short but…

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The End of Peat: Episode 4 - A whole new take on horticulture 36:43

3d ago36:43

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HortWeek presents The End of Peat, a new four-part podcast series that will hear from leading horticulturists and garden retailers as they navigate a transition to peat-free that is piling pressure on a sector facing stresses on all sides. Over the four episodes, Christina Taylor explores the story of the UK peat ban, how the horticulture industry …

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The End of Peat: Episode 3 - The cost of trial and error 29:59

10d ago29:59

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HortWeek presents The End of Peat, a new four-part podcast series that will hear from leading horticulturists and garden retailers as they navigate a transition to peat-free that is piling pressure on a sector facing stresses on all sides. Over the four episodes, Christina Taylor explores the story of the UK peat ban, how the horticulture industry …

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Forest Gardens with Andrew Walton 43:10

6d ago43:10

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Send us a text Summary In this episode of Tree Lady Talks, host Sharon engages with Andrew Walton to explore the concept of forest gardens and their ecological and social benefits. They discuss the importance of nature analogous polyculture, which mimics natural ecosystems while providing food, fiber, and medicine. The conversation delves into the …

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End of Peat: Episode 2 - From Multipurpose to pick 'n' mix 38:38

10d ago38:38

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HortWeek presents The End of Peat, a new four-part podcast series that will hear from leading horticulturists and garden retailers as they navigate a transition to peat-free that is piling pressure on a sector facing stresses on all sides. Peat is one of the most popular and reliable types of growing media for plants, but peatlands are also a valua…

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The End of Peat: Episode 1 - Do we need a peat ban? 32:10

10d ago32:10

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HortWeek presents The End of Peat, a new four-part podcast series that will hear from leading horticulturists and garden retailers as they navigate a transition to peat-free that is piling pressure on a sector facing stresses on all sides. Peat is one of the most popular and reliable types of growing media for plants, but peatlands are also a valua…

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Episode 184 - Joe Hansen History of City Run Forestry Programs- Municipal Arborist Podcast Host 33:49

10d ago33:49

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Joe and Korey sit down with Joe Hansen of the Municipal Arborist Podcast. The guys and Joe discuss municipal forestry’s history, its growing role in the industry and the future of municipal forestry. You can check out Joe’s podcast at https://themunicipalarborist.buzzsprout.com/ If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a f…

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Inspiration for garden centre trees with Kernock Park Plants' nurseryman and award-winning writer, Bob Askew 27:12

13d ago27:12

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Bob Askew was Garden Media Guild award winner a year ago for his new writer work for Hortweek. He works for Kernock Park Plants as production director and was previously at Darby Nursery Stock and Brinkmans. Here he names his top three tree genera for gardens, three underused tree genera and top five skinny trees for small gardens. He believes the …

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Carol Donaldson 50:56

13d ago50:56

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Send us a text In this episode of Tree Lady Talks, Sharon and Carol Donaldson discuss the transformative power of volunteering in wildlife conservation. Carol shares her journey from a difficult personal phase to finding purpose and community through her work with volunteers. The conversation highlights the diverse characters within volunteer group…

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Columnar Apple Trees for Small Gardens 59:45

16d ago59:45

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Learn about Columnar Apple Trees for Small Gardens in this episode of the Orchard People radio show. Our guests are: Kenong Xu, Associate Professor, and Laura Dougherty of Cornell University in Geneva New York and Angela Palmer, Founder and Co-Owner of Plants Nouveau in Alabama. The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner…

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Keeping it local for houseplants with Imogen Bell of YPHA and Thomson's Garden C 19:35

20d ago19:35

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This week the HortWeek Podcast meets Imogen Bell, supervisor at Thomson's Garden Centre and a YPHA Southeast regional coordinator In her article for HortWeek 'Despite CITES, not all doom and gloom for houseplant sales' Imogen reflects on how the reinterpretation of CITES "meant practically a third of my stock became unavailable overnight". One of t…

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Trees on buildings with Alistair Bayford 28:12

20d ago28:12

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Send us a text Summary In this episode of Tree Lady Talks, Sharon discusses the growing trend of planting trees on buildings with expert Alistair Bayford. They explore the benefits of roof gardens, the challenges of structural considerations, soil requirements, and the maintenance of trees in urban environments. Alistair shares insights on successf…

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Russell Horsey - Greening the Community and Tree Plotter 12:49

22d ago12:49

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Send us a text Summary In this episode of Tree Lady Talks, Sharon speaks with Russell Horsey about his work in community greening across the UK, the challenges of funding for these initiatives, and the innovative Tree Plotter software that engages communities in tree management. Russell shares insights on the importance of community involvement in …

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Episode 183 - TCIA’s Amy Tetreault’s Update on this Year’s TCI Expo! 29:00

24d ago29:00

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Joe and Korey sit down with Amy Tetreault, the Executive Vice President of the Tree Care Industry Association. The guys and Amy discuss this year’s upcoming TCI Expo, which will take place in Baltimore from November 6th-9th. For more on TCI Expo 2024 you can visit https://expo.tcia.org/ For a free TCIA magazine subscription you can visit https://tc…

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Henry Kuppen - Tree Guests 59:16

27d ago59:16

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Send us a text Summary In this episode of Tree Lady Talks, Sharon interviews Henry Kuppen, a tree ambassador from the Netherlands, about the concept of 'tree guests'—a reframing of pests and diseases that affect trees. Henry discusses the importance of biodiversity in managing tree health, particularly in relation to the oak processionary moth. The…

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What it is like exhibiting at Chelsea Flower Show? with Sparsholt College students 13:18

27d ago13:18

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HortWeek is delighted to present the Cultivate Your Future podcast, in partnership with the Colegrave Seabrook Foundation and sponsor Westland Horticulture. At a time when horticulture needs to encourage a new wave of young people to come into the industry, this podcast is designed to highlight the multiple and varied career opportunities available…

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Bark! The Science of Helping Your Anxious, Fearful, or Reactive Dog, with Zazie Todd 52:25

30d ago52:25

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Send us a text In this episode of Tree Lady Talks, Sharon interviews Zazie Todd, an animal behavior expert, about her book 'Bark' which focuses on understanding and helping fearful, anxious, and reactive dogs. They discuss the outdated training methods that can harm dogs, the importance of recognizing signs of anxiety, and the benefits of positive …

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Episode 182 - How to Keep Your Trees Safe From Wildlife Damage 30:54

1M ago30:54

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Joe and Korey sit down to discuss wildlife damage to trees. They discuss some of the most common wildlife damage seen and what environments you may see the damage in. The guys also share some tips on how you can protect your trees from wildlife damage. If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your…

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Harnessing skills and knowledge to protect the UK's green spaces, with James Cairncross and Angela Lewis from the Midlands Parks Forum 25:35

1M ago25:35

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This week's guests are James Cairncross and Angela Lewis from the Midlands Parks Forum which has its annual conference on the 17th of October at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire. Highlights include keynote speaker Dr. William Bird, a GP who contributed to a select committee report on access to green space who will speak on health be…

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3-30-300 - Cecil Konijnendijk and Dirk Voets 1:00:54

1M ago1:00:54

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Send us a text Summary In this episode of Tree Lady Talks, Sharon discusses the transformative 3-30-300 rule with experts Cecil Konijnendijk and Dirk Voets. They explore the importance of urban greening, the scientific methodology behind the rule, and its global impact on city planning and public health. The conversation highlights community engage…

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10. Leaf Watch 2024 with Stasia Kelly and Ben Cobb 16:44

1M ago16:44

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Welcome to the Georgia Forestry Forum! Today's topic is Leaf Watch 2024! Join GFC's Stasia Kelly and Ben Cobb for a discussion on fall leaf change, including recommended routes and travel tips for experiencing the fall foliage in North Georgia! Note: This episode was recorded prior to Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton. For more information on L…

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Episode 181 - Navigating Emissions Regulations and Business Concerns with Scott Behnke and Will LaPoint 35:57

1M ago35:57

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Joe and Korey sit down with Scott Behnke, of LawnCARE Solutions, and Will LaPoint, of SavATree. The four of them discuss how new emissions regulations will impact businesses and what the real effect of the emissions regulations will be. The guys specifically dive into electrical vs gas powered equipment and how that could change cost for both busin…

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Should we ban peat in horticulture? Plant collection holder Jonathan Sheppard and dahlia and sweet pea grower Darren Everest debate the peat ban 34:35

2M ago34:35

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Both our guests on the HortWeek Podcast broadly agree with the reasons for a peat ban and agree there is a need to reduce carbon emissions to help fight climate change. But they are not equally convinced a peat ban is the way to do it. In the 'for' corner is cosmos and hollyhocks national collection holder and lobbyist Jonathan Sheppard. Sheppard s…

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The Politics of Street Trees, Camilla Allen 56:18

1M ago56:18

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Send us a text Summary This conversation explores the intricate politics surrounding street trees, focusing on their historical significance, community engagement, and the ongoing challenges in urban forestry. Camilla Allen, a landscape architect and environmental historian, discusses the Sheffield street tree crisis, the role of trees as living me…

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Episode 180 - Michigan State University’s Matthew Bernia and Tyler Sisson Discuss Modern Forestry Programs! 34:10

1M ago34:10

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Joe and Korey sit down with Matthew Bernia and Tyler Sisson of Michigan State University, to discuss the school’s forestry’s programs. Matthew and Tyler share how they got into the industry, what MSU’s forestry programs are offering, and getting more students and people interested in forestry. If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscri…

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9. Seedlings to Solutions Experience at the Georgia National Fair with Wendy Burnett and Oak + Willow Creatives 32:23

2M ago32:23

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Welcome to the Georgia Forestry Forum! Today, we have an exciting announcement to share! Join GFC's Wendy Burnett and Becca Turner and Jessica Akins of Oak + Willow Creatives for a discussion on the brand-new Seedlings to Solutions Experience coming to the Georgia National Fair this October 3-13, 2024! This new exhibit is a collaboration between Ge…

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ICL's Sam Rivers on IPM planning 15:15

2M ago15:15

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ICL's Sam Rivers digs down into Integrated Pest Management and speifically IPM planning. Sam describes what the current situation in the industry is with regards to IPM planning and details the 'hierarchy of control', which includes cultural, biological, physical and chemical methods. He gives examples of the different types of controls and talks a…

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Fertilizing Fruit Trees in the Fall: Biodynamic Tips with Alan Suprenant 57:15

2M ago57:15

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Learn a Biodynamic approach to fertilizing fruit trees in the fall with Alan Suprenant of Brook Farm Orchard in this episode of the Orchard People radio show and podcast. The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com. This show goes out LIVE on the last Tuesday …

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European Tree Standards Jaroslav Kolarik, Czech Republic 53:21

2M ago53:21

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Send us a text In this conversation, Sharon interviews Jaroslav Kolarik, CEO of SafeTrees and member of the Arboriculture Academy in the Czech Republic. They discuss the role of the European Arboriculture Council (EAC) in promoting arboriculture in Europe and the certification programs offered by the EAC. They also talk about the importance of cert…

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Episode 179 - How to Stay Motivated and Avoid Burnout 24:50

2M ago24:50

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Joe and Korey sit down and have a conversation on avoiding burnout as the seasons begin to change. The guys discuss how to stay motivated and finish the year strong. If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to ⁠info@discoveringforestrypodcast.c…

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The benefits of GroundsFest 2024 with Chris Bassett, Jonathan Snowball and David Fisher 23:02

2M ago23:02

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GroundsFest 2024 took place10 - 11 September at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire. Initial visitor numbers from day 1 (unaudited) of 4,738 were 40% up on last year, the show’s inaugural year. The podcast was recorded on day 2 of GroundsFest amongst the hustle and bustle of the show. HortWeek senior reporter Rachael Forsyth spoke with Chris Bassett, eve…

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What is Arbitecture? With Dr Gary Winn 1:01:48

2M ago1:01:48

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Send us a text Built and natural environments are often referred to independently, but in reality, comprise two deﬁned parts of one environment. Within the environment, trees and buildings exist, though not always in equal relationships. Where development is proposed, taking precedence over trees, an imbalance between natural and built environments…

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Episode 178 - Reclaimed Water and its Effects on Trees with Paul Cancik From Denver Parks, Forestry 31:05

2M ago31:05

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Joe and Korey sit down with Paul Cancik, a Forestry Operations Supervisor for the City and County of Denver. Paul discusses his career and journey in forestry. The guys also pick Paul’s brain on the different kinds of water to use when watering your plants, what to look for and their effects on plants. If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review…

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Ep.210 How to choose good quality trees - Jason Summers (Remarkable Trees) 43:48

2M ago43:48

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Have you ever done everything right when planting a tree, only to have it struggle or fail in the end? It might not have been your fault! You could have been installing sub-standard trees that were never going to do well because of the way they were grown in the pot. Jason Summers is an expert arboritst and horticulturist from Melbourne in Victoria…

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Oaklore by Jules Acton - a glorious celebration of the culture & natural history of oaks 1:11:48

2M ago1:11:48

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Send us a text In this conversation, Jules Acton discusses her book 'Oaklore' and her journey into the world of nature conservation. She shares her experiences of visiting a nature reserve for the first time and the barriers people may face when trying to engage with nature. Jules emphasizes the importance of creating openings and ways for people t…

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Outgoing HTA president Alan Down on his horticulture past, present and future 29:12

2M ago29:12

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Alan Down is a gardening broadcaster and writer and current HTA president, shortly to be replaced by Will Armitage after two eventful years. He studied at Cannington and Pershore College of Horticulture and after a spell working Germany, he developed and managed Hillier Nurseries' container grown and seed propagation nurseries for nine years. For t…

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Wakehurst director Susan Raikes on plans for the Sussex garden 20:05

3M ago20:05

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A Sussex native, Susan Raikes, the new director of Wakehurst, Kew's wild botanic garden in West Sussex (she joined in June) was familier with the garden since childhood. "We're Kew's younger, bigger and wilder sister and very much a botanic garden with a purpose...a site of horticultural and scientific excellence and a living laboratory where groun…

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Callum Throw - Technology in Arb - AI Strikes! 1:19:42

2M ago1:19:42

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Send us a text In this episode, Sharon and Callum discuss the use of AI and technology in the arboriculture industry. Callum explains that AI has been around for decades and has been used in various applications, such as loan applications and predictive text. In the forestry industry, AI has been used for mapping deforestation and monitoring pests …

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Episode 177 - The Importance of Traditional Modern Forestry with Dr. Paul Doruska 30:27

2M ago30:27

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Joe and Korey sit down with Dr. Paul Doruska, Professor of Forest Measurements at the College of Natural Resources for the University of Wisconsin- Stevens Point. The guys discuss how forestry practices have changed and the importance of continually learning throughout your career. Korey also reminisces on his time as a college student in Dr. Paul’…

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Ep.209 Are native plants best for urban ecology? - Daniel Fuller 10:41

2M ago10:41

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Are native and endemic plants better than exotic plants for biodiversity in urban landscapes? The answer is, it depends. By now, you expect a nuanced exploration into complex ideas like this when you tune into the Plants Grow Here podcast. As a qualified horticulturist with well over a decade in landscape maintenance and horticulture, it bothers me…

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8. Selling Your Timber with Troy Clymer and Morgan Cook 29:31

3M ago29:31

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Welcome to the Georgia Forestry Forum! Today's topic is selling your timber! Join GFC's Troy Clymer and Morgan Cook for an in-depth discussion on how to sell your timber, including a step-by-step breakdown with tips straight from the experts. For more information on forestry, timber sales and land management - please visit our website: www.gatrees.…

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Why GroundsFest is a must-attend event with Chris Bassett, Wayne Grills, and Ian Graham 21:45

3M ago21:45

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GroundsFest 2024 takes place on the 10 and the 11 of September at Stoneleigh Park, in Warwickshire. The free annual event is a must-attend for grounds staff, greenkeepers, landscapers, designers & architects, gardeners, local authorities, estate managers and contractors. It combines indoor business and education opportunities with outdoor demonstra…

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Horticulture Week Podcast with Colegrave Seabrook Foundation: working in and learning about horticulture at Ball Colegrave 36:20

3M ago36:20

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HortWeek is delighted to present the Cultivate Your Future podcast, in partnership with the Colegrave Seabrook Foundation and sponsors MorePeople. This episode was recorded on location at Ball Colegrave where the great and the good from the horticultural industry gathered to celebrate 30 years of the Colegrave Foundation. In this episode Neville St…

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BS:5837 Update - Howard Booth 1:11:16

3M ago1:11:16

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Send us a text In this bonus episode of Tree Lady Talks, Sharon discusses the revision of the British standard for trees and construction, BS 5837. She interviews Howard Booth, the chair of the committee proposing the changes, to discuss the main updates. The changes include new process flow charts, a new categorization method, adjustments to root …

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Fruit Tree Nutrient Deficiencies with Eric Hanson 1:01:22

3M ago1:01:22

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Learn how to look at fruit tree leaves and identify common nutrient deficiencies (ie a lack of nitrogen, magnesium or boron) with Eric Hanson, Professor Emeritus of Horticulture Michigan State University. The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com. This show …

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