Archive for November, 2009

Landfill tax for Japanese knotweed.

Friday, November 27th, 2009

Recent changes in Landfill tax, has meant confusion amongst many contractors in the construction industry. It would appear that they are being poorly advised, perhaps incurring unnecessary and expensive costs, when removing Japanese knotweed contaminated soils from site. (more…)

Sap sucking Psyllid

Thursday, November 19th, 2009

There has been recent publicity concerning the proposed release of Aphalara itadori, which feeds exclusively (or virtually so) on Japanese knotweed. A considerable amount of research has been undertaken, which may be summarised as: it only feeds on Japanese knotweed (more…)

Changes in the Japanese knotweed Industry

Friday, November 13th, 2009

2009 has seen more changes within the Japanese knotweed industry. Some of these changes are significant for both private individuals, wishing to re-mortgage or sell their houses, or for re-development sites. (more…)