Case Study #1: Rhondda Cynon Taf (Local Authority)

Following the success on the canals, we were contacted by Rhondda Cynon Taf Council, who have one of the largest infestations of Japanese Knotweed in the country. In 2004 we carried out initial trials to demonstrate that the system worked then in 2005 successfully treated approximately 5 Hectares of infested land and 48km of infested road sides.

Landtech have developed a unique technique that complies with all chemical manufacturers label requirements. We have specialised equipment operated by highly trained, experienced staff that allows large areas to be treated at surprisingly low cost. The method we use is commercially confidential and any new clients will be asked to enter in to a confidentiality agreement.

Rhondda Cynon Taf Council had tried previously to eradicate the Knotweed but had very little success at very high cost, our technique has made it economic to successfully treat the whole borough.

Ray Edwards, Landscape Architect for Rhondda Cynon Taf tells the story in his own words:

"We first made contact with Landtech (UK) Ltd. and were introduced to their method of Japanese Knotweed eradication in 2004. Prior to then we were following the accepted guidelines on the eradication of Japanese Knotweed which tied us down to a 5 year programme of eradication. We were finding that the process was slow, labour intensive, very hit and miss and we were beginning to think that the financial input could not be justified.

"Following discussions with Andrew Brown (Landtech) we decided to trial their approach. The trial results were truly amazing and convinced us that Landtech's approach is very effective and delivering the results for a fraction of the costs we were previously paying.

"Given the success of the trials Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council have decided to actively treat and eradicate the Japanese Knotweed growing within all areas of land within its ownership. Without, Landtech's team, knowledge and commitment to Japanese Knotweed treatment we would not be able to deliver this goal."