Following the successful launch of SCI in February, the Group aims to provide career support for professionals as well as a forum for discussion and sharing of information on issues relevant to the full range of horticulturally related industries, public authorities, academics and other interested parties. They have been focusing on how to develop interest areas in all facets of horticulture including: International horticulture Global crop production systems including pre and post-harvest technology Food management, marketing and technology Landscape, plant use and design Amenity management Sports turf science and management Therapeutic and medicinal horticulture Natural environments Legislation and standardisation ‘Clean’, low-carbon technology Waste and water management Sustainability issues