Experts in Japanese knotweed

Experts in Japanese knotweed.
This week’s blog will be short and to the point. It’s on the subject of Japanese knotweed signs. Why do I still see incorrect spelling of knotweed on reports, signs, etc.
A typical sign I saw recently stated:
HAZARDOUS
WASTE
JAPANESE KNOT WEED
KEEP OUT

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Posted by Brian Taylor | December 4th, 2009

Landfill tax for Japanese knotweed.

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. Read more…

Posted by Brian Taylor | November 27th, 2009

Sap sucking Psyllid

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 Read more…

Posted by Brian Taylor | November 19th, 2009

Changes in the Japanese knotweed Industry

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. Read more…

Posted by Brian Taylor | November 13th, 2009