Where next for invasive weed management - threats and opportunities
What are the upcoming and rising invasive weed threats both entering and within the UK? Many professionals are aware of the impact of Japanese knotweed, but what other invasive threats should we be concerned about, and are we prepared to tackle the challenges posed by these invaders?
In this video, we explore the invasive plants that many professionals need to learn more about, the challenges of combating these threats, along with both existing and emerging guidance that you can use to enhance your knowledge.
To learn more, join us and PCA trainer Professor Max Wade on Thursday 28 March 2024, 9:00-10:00am, as he raises awareness and shares his advice. To join, click 'Register' below.
To learn more, click on the video and watch trainer Professor Max Wade as he raises awareness and shares his advice.
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What you will learn from the webinar?
Up and coming challenges: what should we be concerned about, e.g. Tree of Heaven and Rhododendrons
Looking beyond Japanese knotweed: developing our knowledge to combat new invasive plant threats
How emerging invasive plant challenges are being supported: existing and emerging support including a new Code of Practice along with revisions to the manual on Practical Management of Invasive Non-native Weeds
The bigger picture: working collaboratively by contributing species records, networking with Local Environmental Record Centres and engaging with Local Action Groups
Developing a proactive approach: through rapid response, preventative measures and horizon scanning
A general overview of learning opportunities and funding available.
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Benefits - Why you should join the webinar
Understand how emerging invasive threats can impact our environments
Understand how professional invasive weed management needs to be developed
Learn how you can connect and collaborate more closely with other agencies, leading to networking opportunities and new relationships
Receive up-to-date guidance and advice for both you and your customers
Undertake straight forward online learning while sitting at your desk
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Reference links mentioned during the webinar
Professional invasive plant/weed guidance pages:
https://www.property-care.org/profess...
CPD video library:
https://www.property-care.org/cpd-vid...
Technical document library for invasive weed control:
https://www.property-care.org/profess...
2024 International Invasive Weed Conference Conference section:
https://www.property-care.org/events/...
Invasive plant/weed guidance for homeowners:
https://www.property-care.org/homeown...
Training options:
https://www.property-care.org/trainin...