Voluntary Initiative (VI)
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Industry initiative that encourages and promotes best practice use of plant protection products in agriculture through voluntary stewardship and uptake of IPM.
United Kingdom
Joined April 2015
What a difference a day makes, yesterday 32deg C, today overcast, 18deg C and raining. @Groundswellaguk #groundswell2025 #IntegratedPestManagement #IPM
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🚜 Starting 1 Sept 2025, NRoSO members will need 11 CPD points annually (up from 10) to maintain certification. This proactive move supports professional standards and aligns with the updated National Action Plan. Plan early to stay compliant #NRoSO #CPD #Farming @NRoSO_Register
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At the Welsh Sheep Show today? Don’t miss the Voluntary Initiatives exhibit—spotlighting Integrated Weed Management as a key tool for sustainable farming. Learn how smarter weed control supports productivity and protects our environment. Stand 18 #WelshSheep #SustainableFarming
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🚜A historic milestone! The Agricultural Engineers Association (AEA) celebrates 150 years with a stunning event at Parliament — recognising the vital role of agricultural engineering in UK farming. 🇬🇧🌾.🔗 #Agriculture #CropProtection #AEA150
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Voluntary Initiative - Scottish VI Champions meet for training
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The Scottish Voluntary Initiative Champions met with other industry leaders at the James Hutton Institute in Invergowrie for a day of training and to visit the new International Barley Hub
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Thanks to Anna Davies from for the fantastic training session.
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Massive shoutout to the VI Scottish Champions for a brilliant communications training day last Tuesday at the James Hutton Institute! A day full of energy, learning, and positivity, great to see everyone building skills and confidence together 🏴💪👍#VIChampions
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RT @AHDB_Scot: If you are a C&O levy payer in Scotland there is still time to apply to be part of this great project! @BankofScotBiz @NFUSt….
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Attending the AEA AGM & Conference 2025! Excited for insightful discussions…. some amazing speakers
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Pleased to announce that Chris Hartfield, Senior Regulatory Affairs Adviser at NFU has been appointed as the new Chair of the Voluntary Initiative CIC Board. His leadership will be invaluable as the VI continues to promote responsible use of PPPs through an IPM based approach
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Join us for a FREE event on Effective Weed Control & Integrated Pest Management! 🌱📅🗓️ 12th March 2025 🕥 10:30am - 2:30pm 📍Kettlesing Millenium Village Hall, Harrogate Free lunch provided! 🍽️ RSVP by 8th March: marian.wilby@northyorks.gov.uk or call 07525988165
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RT @mwramsden: 📢IPMNET Conference summary .Summary report & link to recording of the morning session are avaiable on @H2020IPMWorks Toolbox….
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🚜🌱Exciting news for agri-innovators! The #IPMNet Conference 2025 is happening Feb 13, bringing together experts to discuss sustainable #IntegratedPestManagement. More details 👉 #IPM #SustainableFarming @ADASGroup @TheAHDB @AICC1981 @WarwickCrop.
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During the conference expert speakers reviewed the disease, weed and invertebrate pest challenges in the UK during the 2023-24 season. In the afternoon there was an IPM workshops, supporting agrono...
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RT @mwramsden: 🌱The @ADASGroup IPMNET Conference is tomorrow 😀.Details:. Can't join in person?.You can watch the mo….
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RT @ADASGroup: 📅Join us on the 13th of February in #Peterborough for the IPM NET Conference . 🐞 Don't miss this chance to learn, network, a….
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RT @NRoSO_Register: Don't miss out on the final months of Arable Training Events! 🚜 . Time's ticking, secure your spot now! . Over 1200….
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RT @NRoSO_Register: Am I eligible to join NRoSO? Membership is available to plant protection product sprayer operators who hold an appropr….
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RT @NFUPlantHealth: Congratulations to David Bell - new chair of the VI - we look forward to working with you. .
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RT @TheVI_Tweets: Voluntary Initiative - New VI Chair announced
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The Voluntary Initiative (VI) announces award-winning East Fife mixed farmer, David Bell as its new Chairperson
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