Johnsons Nurseries has launched a new series of plant health training sessions, to reinforce its commitment to biosecurity standards and maintaining its Plant Healthy Certification.

The series of training sessions are designed to protect against destructive plant pests and diseases and will be run Cattal manager Tom Watkins from September to December.

They are aimed at employees who work directly with plants, helping to strengthen the company’s ability to maintain its Plant Healthy Certification and safeguard the broader industry.

The training sessions are a crucial part of that commitment and ensures that staff members are well-equipped to identify, understand, and report any potential plant health issues.

“Being Plant Healthy Certified is a great honour, but it also comes with responsibility. These training sessions are designed to give our team the knowledge they need to help protect the integrity of the plants we grow and trade,” says Jonathan Whittemore, Johnsons commercial and business manager.

“By working together, we can ensure that our high standards are upheld, benefiting not only our business but the entire horticultural sector.”

This proactive approach helps reduce the risk of introducing or spreading harmful pests and diseases, a key responsibility for the company.

The training will cover crucial areas such as identifying early signs of plant health issues, understanding the impact of common and notifiable pests and diseases, and the necessary steps for effective reporting and prevention.

Participants will leave the sessions with the knowledge to protect the biosecurity of both Johnsons’ stock and the industry at large.