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General Methods for Controlling Invasive Weeds

General Methods for Controlling Invasive Weeds Several types of plant can become invasive weeds They are either native species that grow well in disturbed or nutrient-enriched conditions Methods To Control There are four basic methods of controlling weeds: O Mechanical Method O Chemical Method O Natural Method O Environmental Method Mechanical Control It includes cultivation, hoeing, pulling, cutting, raking, dredging or other methods to uproot or cut weeds Chemical Control It uses specific herbicides and requires approval from the Environment Agency Natural Control It uses pests and diseases of the target weed to weaken it and prevent it from becoming a nuisance Environmental Control It works by altering the environment to make it less suitable for weed growth, for example by increasing or decreasing water velocity What To Do & What Not To Do Take immediate action Delay in doing something Seek advice on correct management for your specific location Allow the plant to spread to nearby water bodies Alert your neighbours to the problem Dispose of cut material in the nearest water body The consequences and costs of invasive non-native species are huge The annual cost of invasive non-native species in Europe is estimated as at least 19.1 billion Euros a year Control efforts by individuals can help to reduce the spread of invasive species Resource: http://cdn.environment-agency.gov.uk/ Designed & Issued In Public Interest By: www.waronweeds.co.uk Waron Weeds

General Methods for Controlling Invasive Weeds

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