Kersten UK News
Why do we need to do more than spray weedkiller on Kerb edges?
From low-speed traffic management to erosion prevention on high-speed roads, kerbs play a vital role. However, the effectiveness of a kerb can be compromised when hidden.
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Revolutionizing Your Workload: Meet three wheelbarrows specifically designed around different applications
When it comes to efficiently handling tasks that involve moving heavy loads, choosing the right barrow for the job can be a game-changer. Today, we'll introduce you to three exceptional wheelbarrows t
A Guide to Selecting Low-Litter Shrubs for Cleaner Outdoor Spaces
By carefully selecting shrubs that drop fewer leaves, you can significantly reduce the amount of debris on hard surfaces and even minimize weed growth.
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Harnessing the Power of Ground Cover Plants: The Benefits for Weed Management
While traditional approaches such as manual weeding or chemical herbicides have been widely used, an environmentally friendly and sustainable alternative exists—ground cover plants.
We'll be showcasing some fantastic Sustainable products at SAGE 2023
At SAGE 2023 we'll be launching several new Sustainable Products for Weed Management and Groundcare.
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Case Study: Sweeper to fit a Kubota LX Series Compact Tractor
The LX Series has a good hydraulic system, which can be utilised to power a front mounted sweeper from Kersten, whilst enabling the user to leave a mid mower deck attached.
Case Study: Sweeper to fit a Merlo Telehandler
One solution to fit a sweeper to your Merlo Telehandler
Case Study: Sweeper to suit an Avant 530 Loader
One solution to fit a sweeper to your Avant Loader
Electric Snow Plough for Utility Vehicles
The light weight and limited electrical supply of a UTV requires some special considerations when fitting a snow plough.
Using the Eco Weedkiller in Urban Areas
The Eco Weedkiller Pro SP 3 can be combined with an electric trolly to create a very mobile machine that can access pavements to kill weeds beween the cars and the kerb edge.
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Is Zero Chemicals the Solution?
I have been asked to be on a Panel at SAGE discussing the topic "Is Zero Chemicals the Solution?" Here are some initial thoughts.
Managing Weeds in a plant nursery without Chemicals
Plant Nurseries face some unique challenges when controlling weeds, such as what to do in the flower pots and on the mypex or other weed fabric. We have a great solution from Eco Weedkiller.
Lehner Spreaders: "Probably the best machine investment we have made in the last 5 years"
Wayne Dawkins and Kevin Frenchum of New Forest District Council give their views on the Lehner Polaro 110 Spreaders they purchased, after two seasons of use.
Edging verges without the clean up on a John Deere 3039R
Weed brushing normally results in a row of arisings on the footpath, pavement or road which must be cleared up. With the UB Easy Vertical Brush that is a thing of the past.
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Why use hot water to kill weeds?
Looking for a truly environmentally friendly weedkiller? We have a fantastic solution in the form of Hot Water weed control products from Eco Weedkiller in Finland.
The new Environmental Improvement Plan 2023
This month saw the publication of the government’s new Environmental Improvement Plan 2023. The document considers ten environmental goals as follows:
Weeding in Cemeteries without using Chemical Pesticides
Weed control in areas such as cemeteries can be more complex than it seems. We can encounter different types of obstacles, restricted spaces or legal constraints.
Eco Weedkiller Hot Water Weed Control Products
Kersten UK has been appointed as the UK distributor for Eco Weedkiller - Hot Water weed control Products.
The Humble Beginnings of a Weed and How to Avoid Them
Hard surfaces are inhospitable environments for a weed, so how exactly do they get established there and what can be done to prevent it?
The Future of Weed Management in the UK
Change was so palpable it could almost be sniffed upon the air at this years Amenity Forum Conference.