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Invasive Species Management

Treatment and survey programmes for Japanese Knotweed, Giant Hogweed, Floating Pennywort, Himalayan Balsam and other invasive species.

Herbicidal Treatment

Our qualified team have got you covered for the safe treatment of residential or agricultural weeds and invasive species.

Survey Reporting

Our tailor-made GIS mapping software allows us to track and record data, mapping sites for retreatment.

Guarantees

Our large-scale projects are insurance-backed meaning peace of mind for contractors.

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Tailored INNS treatment and management plans

There are a variety of treatment methods available for non-native invasive species management, from chemical treatment to full excavation. We will develop a tailored control and remediation plan dependent on your needs.

Our management plans always consider the onward environmental needs of each project and we can develop landscaping to suit local conditions.

Cost-effective management solutions

Supporting land managers, riparian landowners, developers and home owners to control and remediate invasive, non-native plant species to reduce flooding, erosion, habitat loss and damage to the structural integrity of assets.

Invasive Species Management Services

  • Herbicide Treatment
  • Mechanical Screening
  • Management Plans
  • Onsite Burial
  • Site Surveys & Inspections
  • Excavation & Disposal

Why work with us

Good for the environment

Everything we do has biodiversity and sustainability its core for habitats, flood protection and places we can enjoy.

Good for people

Surplus from every project is reinvested into our volunteer programme, training the next generation of river stewards.

Good for businesses

Partnering with us means your organisation’s contribution to social and environmental improvements are covered.
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Invasive Non-Native Species Management - Environment Agency
In 2022, we have actively surveyed and treated over 800km of watercourse in Yorkshire and continued to make efficiency savings for the Environment Agency to enable more cost-effective treatment across the catchment.
September 5, 2022
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In 2022, we have actively surveyed and treated over 800km of watercourse in Yorkshire and continued to make efficiency savings for the Environment Agency to enable more cost-effective treatment across the catchment.

Projects

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Invasive Non-Native Species Management - Environment Agency
September 5, 2022
We are currently finishing Phase 1 of one of the largest catchment-scale invasive non-native species management projects in the country.
Invasive Non-Native Species Management - Environment Agency
Greater Manchester Irwell Invasive Surveys
July 7, 2022
A full survey of the River Irwell catchment area for Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) as part of the Natural Course EU Life Integrated Project
Greater Manchester Irwell Invasive Surveys
Invasive Non-Native Species Survey Update - The Environment Agency
June 1, 2022
The RSC are carrying out a full treatment programme for Giant Hogweed, Japanese Knotweed and Floating Pennywort on all main rivers in Yorkshire
Invasive Non-Native Species Survey Update - The Environment Agency
Invasive Non-Native Species Management - Yorkshire Water
We have carried out invasive non-native species management at a number of Yorkshire Water sites.
Invasive Non-Native Species Management - Yorkshire Water

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