Introduction to Biosecurity

Understand the fundamentals of biosecurity and its importance in your operations to support plant health.

Understand potential risks and threats to plants, crops and the environment, and how good biosecurity practice can prevent this.


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E-learning Biosecurity modules - Forestry Commission
Plant Health and biosecurity degree - Harper Adams University
LANTRA Course on Invasive Non-native Species
Tree Pests, Diseases and Disorders - Online Training - Arboricultural Association
Biosecurity Awareness video series - Arboricultural Association
Pests and diseases by species
Tree Pests, Diseases and Disorders - Arboricultural Association
Plant Health for Horticulture - Forest research
Keep it Clean leaflet - Forestry Commission
Knowledge Bank - Plant Health Centre Scotland
Keep it Clean Poster - Forestry Commission
Biosecurity Guidance - Defra