Glyphosate induced dormancy – myth or fact?
For those that have seen the programme for this year's International Invasive Weed Conference (IIWC23), you will know that 'Glyphosate induced dormancy' is the main topic up for discussion with our panel debate. But why this subject?
Well, “induced dormancy” is both perplexing and intriguing in the field of invasive species control. The debate is not necessarily around dormancy itself, but whether herbicide induced dormancy is providing suitable, prolonged periods of respite to this invasive species. Or, are management plans failing significantly shorter than anticipated?
Contributing factors
The intricate interplay between glyphosate and dormancy in Japanese knotweed reveals the adaptability and resilience of this invasive plant species. To effectively manage Japanese knotweed, it is essential to understand the nuances of this dormancy phenomenon. To understand the finite details of herbicide induced dormancy, PCA Trainer and Examiner Robert Mitchell from Conservation Land Services explains this via the button below…
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So, if it is a case that management plans are failing, then what are the contributing factors? Inefficacy in herbicide treatment due to application timings, or dose rate? Or is it disturbance to the soil matrix which prompts a break in dormancy? Are Integrated Weed Management strategies more suited to ensure dormancy doesn’t break?
Myth or fact - the debate
The battle against Japanese knotweed continues to be a complex and an evolving challenge in the world of invasive species management. At the upcoming conference on 16th November, our panellists Nic Seal (Environet), Brian Taylor (The Knotweed Company) and Dr Mark Fennell (AECOM) will be discussing ‘Glyphosate induced dormancy – myth or fact?’, sharing their opinions on the issue and opening the floor up for questions and debate.
What's more we'll be launching our updated Code of Practice for the Management of Japanese knotweed too!
Invasive weed survey
To further support our investigations on this issue, the PCA will be launching a survey at the conference to better understand the long-term effectiveness of herbicide treatment, especially glyphosate-based herbicides; and to ascertain and benefit from the experience, which PCA members have built up over the years.
Be part of the conversation...
To be part of this debate, conversation and survey and for those that haven't done so already, why not join us at the upcoming conference in 2 weeks time? To find out more about the programme and who’s presenting, or to secure your ticket for the conference, simply click on the button below or get in touch on 01480 400000.
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