How do you know if you have Japanese knotweed?
30th May 2018Chances are you already know you have Japanese knotweed, because it’s so widely reported and discussed in the media. And for good reason. If you … View the full post
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Bats in the attic?
12th March 2018An issue that faces not only developers, but private residents also, is that of bats. More specifically, “have I got them?”. You might not be … View the full post
Ecology Survey Season is approaching…
7th March 2018With the recent Arctic weather, you may be forgiven for thinking that the survey season is a comfortable distance away; however, nature starts to wake … View the full post
Can you eat Japanese knotweed?
7th February 2018In late February and early March – when the worst of the winter is over and the weather’s started to warm – you may come … View the full post
The Effects of Japanese Knotweed on the Ecosystem
17th August 2017Japanese knotweed is easily distinguishable with its shield-shaped leaves, purple-spotted bamboo-like stems and small, creamy white flowers, which should be appearing over the next few … View the full post
Honey Bees at Manchester Office
15th August 2017Bees are essential for ecosystem health; pollinating trees, plants, flowers, vegetables and fruits. One third of the UK’s food is pollinated by bees. On the … View the full post
How Japanese knotweed Spreads
19th July 2017As the general public’s knowledge of Japanese knotweed (Fallopia japonica) and the issues it causes continue to rise, we find that there is one persistent … View the full post
Manchester City Centre Bat Survey
17th July 2017We are at the height of the ecological surveying season and our ecologists were out in Manchester City Centre last week surveying buildings for bats. … View the full post
Elite withdraws Japanese knotweed insurance cover
7th July 2017Elite, a key provider of insurance-backed guarantees to the Japanese knotweed control industry, has recently announced that it is not accepting new business. All policies … View the full post
What does Japanese knotweed look like in Spring?
13th April 2017That time of year is upon us again; spring has sprung, the daffodils and snowdrops are out in force, and with this, of course, Japanese … View the full post
