HortWeek Survey: Do you think Defra's new 2026 grower peat ban is achievable?

Defra has announced plans to ban peat for professional growers by the end of 2026.

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The plan brings forward the expected deadline date forward by at least two years and proposes exemptions for plug plants and mushroom growers.

But is the deadline achievable? And should there be more exemptions?

Let us know in this, very short, anonymous survey.

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