Sweeping, moss and weed control
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Glyphosate resistance has reached the UK.
Glyphosate resistance has reached the UK. The new amenity guidelines point to prevention as WRAG and the Amenity Forum produce new guidance.
Preparing for the 2026 Shift: A New Era for Integrated Weed Management
The landscape of grounds maintenance is continually evolving, with significant changes anticipated by 2027, particularly concerning Integrated Weed Management (IWM) strategies. Professionals must now
Beyond the HAVS Hand Arm Vibration
Managing Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) is a central health and safety requirement under HSE directives for councils, contractors, and public sector bodies. Protecting grounds staff while maintain
Bracknell Weed Management Research Update June 2026
Six months into the Bracknell Integrated Weed Management Trial, the first pesticide application data is in. Mechanical extraction before spraying reduced active substance use by 49%. Here is what the
Ripagreen Thermal Lance: The Ideal Solution for Chemical-Free Weed Control in Churchyards
Maintaining a pristine appearance of churchyards & other sensitive historical sites requires effective yet gentle weed control. Discover how the Ripagreen Thermal lance offers a safe, & efficient answ
The "25mm Rule": Time & Depth Determine Weed Control Success
For years, UK councils have been caught in a frustrating loop: trialling "non-chemical" weed control methods, seeing them "fail" to kill established weeds, and then reverting to chemical spraying. But
Mastering Weed Management: Kersten's Integrated Approach to Sustainable Grounds Care
Effective weed management is crucial for maintaining pristine grounds, ensuring safety, and preserving aesthetics. This post explores the evolving landscape of weed control and how Kersten UK provides
2025: A Year of Institutional Change – Kersten UK Year in Review
As we look back on 2025, it’s clear that this was the year the "Integrated Weed Management" (IWM) roadmap became a reality.
The New Math of Weed Management: Beyond the Litre, Into the "Load"
For decades, the standard metric for weed control was volume: "How many litres of glyphosate did we spray?" But as we enter 2026, that metric is officially obsolete.
The 2026 Roadmap: Redefining Weed Management in the Amenity Sector
The landscape of amenity weed management is undergoing its most radical transformation in decades. 2026 is set to be the year where "business as usual" is no longer an option.
Tracy’s Law: Why Losing the Edge Means Losing the Road
Tracy’s Law states: "If you lose the edge, you lose the road". This law highlights that the stability and longevity of any paved surface is entirely dependent on the structural integrity of its bounda
Come along to the Integrated Weed Management Practical Skills Day 11th of February 2026
We've partnered with Groundsfest Academy, Parks for London and Lantra to bring you an insightful and practical day on Integrated Weed Management.
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A New Era of Stewardship: Why the Voluntary Initiative's Focus on Amenity is a Game-Changer
Honored to be the first VI Champion in Amenity. This marks a major institutional commitment to moving our sector beyond chemical reliance towards proactive, sustainable Integrated Pest Management.
Kersten UK Launches Integrated Weed Management Specialist Pilot with Vincents
We are partnering with specially selected dealers to ensure you can get the very best help in implementing compliant weed management solutions.
SALTEX 2025: Your Final Stop for a Compliant IWM Strategy (Before the 2026 Shift)
Why visiting the Kersten UK stand is the most important meeting you'll have this year.
The Root of the Problem: Why 100°C+ Water is a Game-Changer for Weed Control
Understanding the science behind effective thermal weeding and how integration maximises results.
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Solving the Pavement Puzzle: Compliant IWM for Areas with Parked Cars
Why a 'Preventative First' approach makes tackling weeds on car-lined pavements faster, cheaper, and safer.
The Root of the Problem: A Guide to Solving Weedy Streets
The council has a duty under the Environmental protection act 1990 to keep clean public highways for which they are responsible.
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Beyond the Vicious Cycle: A Data-Driven Case for Proactive Surface Management
This data-driven post makes the case for proactive surface management, showing how a shift in strategy can reduce long-term liabilities, and deliver better public spaces.
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From Policy to Pavement: A Practical Guide to Integrated Weed Management for Councils
This is your council's essential roadmap for turning the 2025 National Action Plan into a compliant, effective, and respected public space strategy.