Kersten UK News
How does Integrated Weed Management get less expensive over time?
I was asked on a zoom call to explain why Integrated weed management gets less expensive over time. Here's an example, showing some data from a council in the UK.
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What's new for weed management in 2025.
Over the last 12 months there have been many developments in weed management, and we expect 2025 to be a big year for change.
Effective Winter maintenance Planning
Preparing for winter isn't always as easy as getting out the plough or spreader, a plan goes a long way in reducing the impact of poor weather.
Bill to Ban Pesticide Use by Public Authorities Introduced in Parliament
Siân Berry, Green MP for Brighton Pavillion; has introduced a Bill to Parliament, which would ban the use of pesticides by public sector authorities.
Join Us at the Amenity Forum Conference: A Game-Changing Solution for Japanese Knotweed Removal
We're excited to announce that we’ll be attending the Amenity Forum Conference on October 10th at the British Motor Museum, and we’ve got some exciting news for contractors dealing with the persistent
Reducing Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSD's) with the correct Equipment
Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) include injuries and conditions that can affect the back, joints and limbs. Kersten offer a wide range of tools to help employers to reduce the risks of MSDs.
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Glyphosate, the Shikimate Pathway and Parkinsons
The shikimate pathway is a metabolic pathway used by bacteria, archaea, fungi, algae, some protozoans, and plants for the biosynthesis of folates and aromatic amino acids.
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Case Study; Vacuum Sweeper for John Deere 2026r
Struggle with leaf collection due to the size of a sweeper collector? Or the cost of an all in one unit? This might help!
Treating Weeds in Hard Surfaces and Soil with Electricity
Different electric weeding technology works in different ways. Here's a breakdown of what works well where and why.
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Using Electricity to kill Japanese Knotweed
Invasive plants such as Japanese Knotweed have previously been difficult to treat without chemicals. Now we have proven solutions using electricity, which can be just as effective as herbicides.
Using Electricity to Manage Giant Hogweed
Invasive plants such as Giant Hogweed have previously been difficult to treat without chemicals. Now we have proven solutions using electricity, which can be just as effective as herbicides.
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Edinburgh expand Mechanical Weeding to phase out glyphosate
Several years ago now, we supplied some weed brushes to Edinburgh Council to help them begin reducing their use of glyphosate. Now they are looking to phase out the pesticide altogether.
Case Study: Why Cambridge City Council's Herbicide Reduction Plan will work
Cambridge City Council recently commited to a new Herbicide Reduction Plan. Here's what makes it different and why this plan is likely to succeed.
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