Japanese knotweed natural control

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Japanese knotweed is not a problem worldwide, in fact in countries where it is native it causes very few problems at all. This is because natural control methods, such as competing flora and fauna restrict its aggressive growth. Some of these natural methods are currently being trialled in the UK to assist the control of Japanese knotweed and help reduce the cost of treatment in the future.

One prominent example of natural control of Japanese knotweed is an on-going trial in Wales which has seen insects imported from Japan that eat Japanese knotweed released into the wild. Although these insects will never completely eradicate Japanese knotweed (as without it they can't survive) it is hoped that they can reduce the amount of Japanese knotweed and stop it from spreading further.

Video Presentation from Dr Shaw of CABI

In the above video, you can hear Dr Dick Shaw from CABI (Centre for Agriculture and Bioscience International) deliver a presentation regarding the release of knotweed munching insects and how they could affect Japanese knotweed growth in the UK.

Swansea scientists trial future knotweed killers

In addition to the trial introduction of Japanese Knotweed eating insects, scientists at the University of Swansea are conducting the largest field trial in Europe to find new chemicals for treating Knotweed.  At Wise Knotweed Solutions, we eagerly await their results. You can find out more about the trial by visiting the news story on the BBC website.  

Current Japanese knotweed removal options

Chemical treatment Wise Knotweed Solutions use a 3-step herbicide application to safely remove Japanese knotweed. Find out more

Excavation Ideal for commercial sites, excavation is the quickest way to remove Japanese knotweed. Find out more

Root barrier Our specialised root barrier system will prevent knotweed straying onto neighbouring land/property. Find out more

Soil screening Soil screening allows our experts to completely remove any trace of knotweed from site. Find out more

Contact us about Knotweed herbicide treatment and removal

If you suspect you have Japanese knotweed on your property, call Wise Knotweed Solutions today on freephone 0808 231 9218 or click to contact your local branch.

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