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Leveraging Citizen Science Platforms for Invasive Weed Control

Invasive weeds pose a significant threat to biodiversity and ecosystem health. For land managers, identifying and prioritising treatment zones can be a daunting task. However, citizen science platforms like iRecord offer a powerful tool to crowdsource weed sightings and streamline the management process. Here’s how land managers can leverage iRecord to enhance their invasive weed […]

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Preventing Buddleia Regrowth on Railway Lines

Preventing Buddleia Regrowth on Railway Lines for the Long Term

Contents Introduction Buddleia, commonly known as the butterfly bush, has become a significant concern for railway maintenance teams across the UK. While its purple flowers may be aesthetically pleasing in gardens, this invasive plant poses serious risks to railway infrastructure and operations. This blog post aims to provide grounds managers and railway maintenance personnel with

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Japanese Knotweed Winter Management video

Tackling Japanese Knotweed Infestations in Winter

Japanese knotweed is a notoriously aggressive invasive plant that can be extremely difficult to eradicate once established. This resilient perennial spreads voraciously, making it a threat to gardens, parks, and urban green spaces across the UK. While knotweed requires persistent effort to subdue, the dormant winter period provides an opportune time to implement control strategies

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Himalayan Balsam

Taming the Invader: Understanding and Managing Himalayan Balsam (Impatiens glandulifera)

Discover the Intricacies of Himalayan Balsam Management and Control In the serene landscapes of the United Kingdom, a stealthy invader has been silently wreaking havoc, disrupting the delicate balance of native ecosystems. The Himalayan Balsam (Impatiens glandulifera), once a charming ornamental addition to European gardens, has transformed into an ecological antagonist, asserting its dominance over

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Factoids
Japanese Knotweed
Giant Hogweed
Bamboo
Hemlock
Himalayan Balsam
Hemlock Water Dropwort