Podcasts about japanese knotweed

In this episode of the Tick Boot Camp Podcast, we sit down with Mark Ouellette, a retired law enforcement officer, professional bodybuilder, and former wrestler from the Boston, Massachusetts area. Mark shares his powerful story of overcoming chronic Lyme disease, including years of misdiagnoses, debilitating symptoms, and his battle to reclaim his health and identity.

When Tim Scott's book, Invasive Plant Medicine, came out in 2010, it was an instant favorite of mine. In fact, it still influences the way I view plants and the natural world! I was so delighted to finally have the chance to interview Tim, and our conversation touched on many important threads from the book – from the question “what is native” to some of the actual benefits of invasive plants, and so much more.Tim also discussed a plant that inspires anger in many of the places it has taken hold: Japanese knotweed. Yet there is much to love about this much-maligned plant! Tim shared all about how he works with Japanese knotweed for both food and medicine – including his delicious recipe for Japanese Knotweed Pickles. You can download your beautifully illustrated recipe card from the resource section below.By the end of this episode, you'll know:► Why labeling plants as “native” or “invasive” can be problematic► Three ways that so-called invasive plants can actually often help to revitalize the land► A surprising way that Japanese knotweed can be worked with to process stored anger► What makes Japanese knotweed such a helpful ally for people with Lyme disease► and so much more…For those of you who don't know him, Timothy Lee Scott is an herbalist, business owner, and author of Invasive Plant Medicine, which was the first book to outline the healing benefits of invasive plants and their ecological functions in the environment. He is owner of Green Dragon Botanicals, which provides herbal remedies for Lyme disease and other infectious and chronic illnesses, and has specialized in treating Lyme disease for over 20 years, after first apprenticing with the late Stephen Buhner. Tim is a tireless advocate for the plant world and using herbs as medicine, and constantly questions the status quo of the technologically-based, corporate health care system. He currently lives in southern Vermont.I'm so excited to share our conversation with you today!----Get full show notes and more information at: herbswithrosaleepodcast.comFor more behind-the-scenes of this podcast, follow @rosaleedelaforet on Instagram!The secret to using herbs successfully begins with knowing who YOU are. Get started by taking my free Herbal Jumpstart course when you sign up for my newsletter.If you enjoy the Herbs with Rosalee podcast, we could use your support! Please consider leaving a 5-star rating and review and sharing the show with someone who needs to hear it!On the podcast, we explore the many ways plants heal, as food, as medicine, and through nature connection. Each week, I focus on a single seasonal plant and share trusted herbal knowledge so that you can get the best results when using herbs for your health.Learn more about Herbs with Rosalee at herbswithrosalee.com.----Rosalee is an herbalist and author of the bestselling book Alchemy of Herbs: Transform Everyday Ingredients Into Foods & Remedies That Heal and co-author of the bestselling book Wild Remedies: How to Forage Healing Foods and Craft Your Own Herbal...

In this podcast, Kristin and Julianne delve into four unique phytomedicines, Burr Marigold (Bidens species), Holy Basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum), Japanese Knotweed (Polygonum cuspidatum), and Kudzu (Pueraria lobata). They discuss the characteristic ways in which they dispense these herbs, while also noting research insights to their clinical application.Timestamps:Burr Marigold (Bidens species) - 1:40Kudzu (Pueraria lobata) - 15:08Holy Basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum) - 32:17Japanese Knotweed (Polygonum cuspidatum) - 45:50 For more information about these phytomedicines, and to access the free educational resources, please log into your account on our website. Send us a textwww.optimalrx.com.au

Have you ever wondered whether you could look at the plants and animals in a river and tell how healthy it is? In this episode of Waterlands, Megan McCubbin invites us on a journey to a sparkling clear chalk stream, where warblers sing and water crowfoot blooms – the River Wylye in Wiltshire. She's joined by someone who has spent 45 years working in river conservation and still loves every second; Andy Thomas, Conservation Officer at the Wild Trout Trust, who explains the different life that can be found in the many different habitats of a healthy river, from reeds in the margins to larvae in the silt, weeds in the gravel and fish in the pools. Zarah Pattison, who hates the word ‘weed' almost as much as Megan, shares her knowledge of two invasive plants – Japanese Knotweed and Himalayan Balsam  - and explains what to do if you find them.  And Senior Reserves Manager, Rosie Ellis takes us on a tour of WWT Arundel, with its SSSI reedbed and toad patrol. Featuring: Andy Thomas, Zarah Pattison and Rosie Ellis. Presented by Megan McCubbin If this episode has inspired you to take action for wetlands or discover more about our rivers, visit wwt.org.uk. Waterlands is brought to you by WWT. It's an 18Sixty production, produced by Ellie Richold, mixed by Melvin Rickarby and original music by Noah Bloom.

In this episode I discuss 4 interesting plants, including two varieties of Stachys, Japanese Knotweed and Johnsongrass.  I also give you an update on the situation in western NC following the hurricane.  Get your Magic Mind subscription here:  https://www.magicmind.com/JUDSONCARROLL20 You get up to 48% off with my code:  JUDSONCARROLL20Email: judson@judsoncarroll.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/southern-appalachian-herbs--4697544/supportRead about The Spring Foraging Cookbook: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2024/01/the-spring-foraging-cookbook.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CRP63R54New today in my Woodcraft shop:https://judsoncarrollwoodcraft.substack.com/p/wild-cherry-salt-bowl-1Medicinal Weeds and Grasses of the American Southeast, an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/medicinal-weeds-and-grasses-of-american.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47LHTTHandConfirmation, an Autobiography of Faithhttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/confirmation-autobiography-of-faith.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47Q1JNKVisit my Substack and sign up for my free newsletter:https://judsoncarroll.substack.com/Read about my new other books:Medicinal Ferns and Fern Allies, an Herbalist's Guide https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/11/medicinal-ferns-and-fern-allies.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMSZSJPSThe Omnivore's Guide to Home Cooking for Preppers, Homesteaders, Permaculture People and Everyone Else: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/10/the-omnivores-guide-to-home-cooking-for.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BGKX37Q2Medicinal Shrubs and Woody Vines of The American Southeast an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/06/medicinal-shrubs-and-woody-vines-of.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B2T4Y5L6andGrowing Your Survival Herb Garden for Preppers, Homesteaders and Everyone Elsehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/04/growing-your-survival-herb-garden-for.htmlhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B09X4LYV9RThe Encyclopedia of Medicinal Bitter Herbs: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/03/the-encyclopedia-of-bitter-medicina.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5MYJ35RandChristian Medicine, History and Practice: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/01/christian-herbal-medicine-history-and.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09P7RNCTBHerbal Medicine for Preppers, Homesteaders and Permaculture People: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2021/10/herbal-medicine-for-preppers.htmlAlso available on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09HMWXL25Podcast:  https://www.spreaker.com/show/southern-appalachian-herbsBlog: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/Free Video Lessons: https://rumble.com/c/c-618325 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/southern-appalachian-herbs--4697544/support.

(Sep 24, 2024) There are many initiatives to contain or remove invasive species from our land and waters. A Saranac Lake firm is offering free herbicide treatments on residents' land to fight the invasive Japanese knotweed plant. Also: New York state has approved a large-scale solar project on Rich Road in Canton.

Lauren Roy is a Modern Pioneer, author, and forager. This week she teaches Yoga Anita how to use common plants and weeds to make tasty foods and treats that are good for you and the earth. Learn about sumac tea, hickory bark syrup, and the healing effects of Japanese Knotweed (don't get rid of it!). Roy says, "Weeds are plants you just haven't learned to eat yet!"#healthylivingwithyogaanita #WLPZ #modernpioneer #edibleplants #edibleweeds #naturalantiinflamatoryplants #modernpioneerforagedandnaturalfoods

On today's show we are talking about invasive species of plants that can play a role in your due diligence when purchasing property.  The first one I'm going to cover today is Wild Parsnip. Wild Parsnip is an invasive plant native to Europe and Asia.  Like giant hogweed and other members of the carrot family, it produces sap containing chemicals that can cause human skin to react to sunlight, resulting in intense burns, rashes or blisters. The second invasive species is one that has also been around for a long time. But I was only introduced to it this past weekend. My wife and I were traveling on the Labor Day  weekend on Long Island and it was everywhere. The banks of most rivers and canals were covered in it. The plant is Japanese Knotweed. Its stalks can grow up to 3 feet in a week. It is invasive and it is relentless. Both plants can take years to eradicate from your property. **Real Estate Espresso Podcast:** Spotify: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](https://open.spotify.com/show/3GvtwRmTq4r3es8cbw8jW0?si=c75ea506a6694ef1)   iTunes: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-real-estate-espresso-podcast/id1340482613)   Website: [www.victorjm.com](http://www.victorjm.com)   LinkedIn: [Victor Menasce](http://www.linkedin.com/in/vmenasce)   YouTube: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](http://www.youtube.com/@victorjmenasce6734)   Facebook: [www.facebook.com/realestateespresso](http://www.facebook.com/realestateespresso)   Email: [podcast@victorjm.com](mailto:podcast@victorjm.com)  **Y Street Capital:** Website: [www.ystreetcapital.com](http://www.ystreetcapital.com)   Facebook: [www.facebook.com/YStreetCapital](https://www.facebook.com/YStreetCapital)   Instagram: [@ystreetcapital](http://www.instagram.com/ystreetcapital)  

Al heel lang proberen mensen de plantenwereld naar hun hand te zetten. We selecteren en we kweken soorten waar we profijt van denken te hebben, vooral qua voeding maar ook wel omdat ze er mooi uitzien of beschutting bieden. Andere, niet meteen nuttig gevonden planten worden dan vaak ‘wilde planten' genoemd. Daarvan hebben we  er zo'n 2300 soorten in Nederland. Maar inmiddels hoort daar een woord bij, namelijk inheemse wilde planten. Want de mens heeft er voor gezorgd dat planten van elders steeds meer kansen bij ons krijgen. Onze insecten zijn niet geraadpleegd, en die kunnen vaak weinig met de nieuwelingen aanvangen en natuurlijke vijanden ontbreken vaak geheel.Vroeger al kenden we adventieve planten van elders, onder de naam pothoofdplanten, naar de aanlandingsplaats bij Deventer van graan vanuit de hele wereld voor meelfabrieken. Inmiddels komen er zo'n acht nieuwe soorten per jaar bij. Deze neofieten zijn voor een klein deel Zuid-Europese soorten die het nu via de klimaatopwarming ook bij ons beginnen te redden. Maar het merendeel zijn verwilderde, ingevoerde tuinplanten. Daarbij zijn er een aantal exotische soorten die inmiddels steeds sterker onze natuur bedreigen. Zulke soorten worden invasief genoemd. We bespreken hier een drietal opvallend oprukkende soorten..De Japanse duizendknoop komt met zijn ondergrondse wortelstokken door de kleinste spleten, de wortels vormen vrijwel onverwoestbare snoeren met knopen waaruit stengels groeien, een geheel dat niet alleen tuinen overwoekert, maar ook gebouwen, bruggen en wegen aantast. Begrazen door varkens maar nog beter door schapen vormt soms een deeloplossing. Voor de rest blijft niets anders dan eindeloos maaien, wortelstokken zorgvuldig uitgraven (en verwijderen in de grijze ton!). Heel West-Europa, Canada, Amerika, Australië en Nieuw-Zeeland, allemaal worstelen ze er mee. De plant is nota bene ooit door een Duitse arts in Leiden ingevoerd en verhandeld in zijn postorderbedrijf in de negentiende eeuw (een exemplaar staat nog in de Hortus).Makkelijker weg te krijgen maar gevaarlijker voor de gezondheid is de Reuzenberenklauw. Drie tot vijf meter hoog wordt die plant en aanraking op de huid leidt tot ernstige brandwonden. Met zijn grote witte bloemen is het een prachtige plant, in Noord-Noorwegen noemen ze hem zelfs trots de Tromsø-palm. Om ze op te ruimen is beschermende kleding nodig. Ondergronds uitsteken is de beste methode, maaien moet tot wel vijf keer per jaar. Begrazen met schapen en geiten is ook een oplossing. Een derde invasieve kampioen is de reuzenbalsemien. Het springzaad schiet als de vruchten rijp zijn vaak meters ver weg. Daardoor overwoekeren ze al heel snel een gebied. De plant is simpel uit te trekken, beter natuurlijk als de vruchten nog niet rijp zijn. Het probleem van alle drie soorten is vooral hun voorkomen in openbaar groen en natuurgebieden. Als de beheerders niet snel ingrijpen kan het binnen enkele jaren geheel uit de hand lopen. Des te belangrijker is het om in onze tuinen goed op te passen en deze soorten geen kans te geven op vermeerdering.Eng:Menno and Erwin: Invasive vs. Wild PlantsFor a long time, humans have tried to control the plant world. We select and cultivate species we think will benefit us, primarily for food but also because they look nice or provide shelter. Other plants that are not immediately seen as useful are often called ‘wild plants.' In the Netherlands, we have about 2,300 of these species. However, nowadays, we refer to them as native wild plants because humans have increasingly given plants from elsewhere a chance to thrive here. Our insects were not consulted, and they often cannot handle these newcomers, which usually lack natural enemies.In the past, we knew of adventive plants from elsewhere, known as ‘pothead plants,' named after the landing place in Deventer where grain from around the world arrived for flour mills. Nowadays, about eight new species arrive each year. These neophytes are partially southern European species that can now survive here due to climate warming. However, the majority are escaped, imported garden plants. Some exotic species have begun to significantly threaten our nature. These species are called invasive. Here, we discuss three notably aggressive species.Japanese Knotweed spreads through underground rhizomes that can penetrate the smallest cracks, forming nearly indestructible cords with nodes from which stems grow. This not only overtakes gardens but also damages buildings, bridges, and roads. Grazing by pigs, but even better by sheep, can sometimes provide a partial solution. Otherwise, endless mowing and carefully digging out (and disposing of in the grey bin) the rhizomes remain necessary. All of Western Europe, Canada, America, Australia, and New Zealand are struggling with it. Ironically, the plant was once introduced by a German doctor in Leiden and sold through his mail-order company in the nineteenth century (a specimen still stands in the Hortus).Giant Hogweed is easier to remove but more dangerous to health. This plant grows three to five meters tall, and contact with the skin can cause severe burns. With its large white flowers, it is a beautiful plant, even proudly called the Tromsø palm in Northern Norway. Protective clothing is necessary for removal. Digging out underground is the best method, and mowing must be done up to five times a year. Grazing with sheep and goats is also a solution.A third invasive champion is the Himalayan Balsam. Its seeds shoot meters away when the fruits are ripe, quickly overtaking an area. The plant is easy to pull out, preferably before the fruits are ripe. The problem with all three species is primarily their presence in public green spaces and nature reserves. If managers do not act quickly, it can get out of hand within a few years. It is, therefore, crucial to be vigilant in our gardens and not give these species a chance to multiply. Get full access to Menno en Erwin about Nature and Science at www.mennoenerwin.nl/subscribe

In this episode, I interview Liz Reitzig, the Raw Milk Mamma.  Liz is a remarkable advocate for natural food and small farmers.  She is equally adept at fighting legal battles, permaculture and cooking.  Then, we discuss False Solomon's Seal as a wild edible, pickling, and the medicinal and edible qualities of Japanese Knotweed.  I also mention that Magic Mind is offering a very special offer for my listeners - this tasty concoction of medicinal herbs, mushrooms and vitamins is great for immunity and mental clarity.Liz's info:https://www.nourishingliberty.com/https://lizreitzig.substack.com/Try Magic Mind for free here: https://www.magicmind.com/JUDSONCARROLLTRIALWith my code JUDSONCARROLLTRIALEmail: judson@judsoncarroll.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/southern-appalachian-herbs--4697544/supportRead about The Spring Foraging Cookbook: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2024/01/the-spring-foraging-cookbook.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CRP63R54New today in my Woodcraft shop:https://judsoncarrollwoodcraft.substack.com/p/wild-cherry-salt-bowl-1Medicinal Weeds and Grasses of the American Southeast, an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/medicinal-weeds-and-grasses-of-american.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47LHTTHandConfirmation, an Autobiography of Faithhttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/confirmation-autobiography-of-faith.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47Q1JNKVisit my Substack and sign up for my free newsletter:https://judsoncarroll.substack.com/Read about my new other books:Medicinal Ferns and Fern Allies, an Herbalist's Guide https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/11/medicinal-ferns-and-fern-allies.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMSZSJPSThe Omnivore's Guide to Home Cooking for Preppers, Homesteaders, Permaculture People and Everyone Else: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/10/the-omnivores-guide-to-home-cooking-for.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BGKX37Q2Medicinal Shrubs and Woody Vines of The American Southeast an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/06/medicinal-shrubs-and-woody-vines-of.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B2T4Y5L6andGrowing Your Survival Herb Garden for Preppers, Homesteaders and Everyone Elsehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/04/growing-your-survival-herb-garden-for.htmlhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B09X4LYV9RThe Encyclopedia of Medicinal Bitter Herbs: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/03/the-encyclopedia-of-bitter-medicina.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5MYJ35RandChristian Medicine, History and Practice: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/01/christian-herbal-medicine-history-and.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09P7RNCTBHerbal Medicine for Preppers, Homesteaders and Permaculture People: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2021/10/herbal-medicine-for-preppers.htmlAlso available on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09HMWXL25Podcast:  https://www.spreaker.com/show/southern-appalachian-herbsBlog: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/Free Video Lessons: https://rumble.com/c/c-618325 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/southern-appalachian-herbs--4697544/support.

Bamboo everywhere! Or is it something else? Join us this week as we discuss the much-despised invasive called Japanese Knotweed. How do we get rid of this plant? And are there any benefits to keeping this plant around? Stick around and find out as we cover our final episode of obnoxious plants.

This week, Jeff and Jonathan are dealing with the vast amounts of cottonwood seeds flying around Southcentral Alaska. Jonathan highlights how the seeds trigger allergies, while Jeff shares some science facts. For example, did you know a cottonwood tree can produce 1 to 2 million seeds per year? Additionally, parts of the cottonwood are edible, and it can even be harvested for syrup.After the break, they discuss an invasive plant infesting parts of Alaska: Japanese Knotweed. Although it can be a beautiful plant, its roots spread incredibly fast and deep underground, which could cause huge problems if it makes its way into Southcentral Alaska.Finally, they address a few listener questions, circling back to last week's thoughts on electric composters and garden tools.All that and more on this week's episode of Teaming with Microbes.**********************************************Have a question? Let us know at teamingwithmicrobes@me.comPlant a row for the hungry/Read Teaming With Microbes, Teaming With Nutrients and Teaming With Fungi!Thanks to our sponsors:Big Foot MicrobesNumber 2 Organics made in partnership with Malibu CompostDown To Earth All Natural Fertilizers The Teaming with Microbes Podcast is edited and produced with original music by Pod Peak.  Special thanks to the Anchorage Daily Newsfor hosting the show!

Unlock the secrets of invasion ecology and transform your understanding of invasive species with our latest episode on the Poor Proles Almanac. Andy takes the lead in unraveling the complex dynamics of invasives by using case studies, such as the autumn olive in New England, revealing both its beneficial traits and its invasive consequences. By contrasting this plant with the native silverberry, we reveal how historical land management practices, like fire and grazing, have shaped their spread. Learn how hardiness zones, soil conditions, and human activities play pivotal roles in the success and control of these species. In our exploration of eco-evolutionary experience, we dive into the intricate relationships between native and invasive species. Discover how the invasive Argentine ant disrupts seed planting in South Africa's Fynbos Biome, and trace the global spread of Japanese knotweed from a single introduction. We discuss the rapid adaptability of invasive species and their lasting ecological impacts, such as soil changes and hybridization threats. Historical perspectives, including Howard Odom's maximum power principle, offer a deeper understanding of how invasives thrive based on energy efficiency. We round out the episode by addressing the profound implications of invasive species on ecosystems and the critical importance of ecological integrity. Examine how modern societal practices contribute to habitat destruction and species homogenization, and why preserving native landscapes is crucial. Our concluding discussion focuses on ecological restoration, highlighting the indispensable role of indigenous stewardship and the preservation of native plants. Join us for a nuanced conversation that emphasizes the long-term goal of ensuring the legacy of our natural world for future generations. For sources and to read more about this subject, visit: www.agroecologies.org    Buy the original magazine where this piece was published! https://mergoat.com/product/preorder-vol-2-n1-a-horde-a-heap-a-pile/    To support this podcast, join our patreon for early episode access at https://www.patreon.com/poorprolesalmanac For PPA Writing Content, visit: www.agroecologies.org For PPA Restoration Content, visit: www.restorationagroecology.com For PPA Merch, visit: www.poorproles.com For PPA Native Plants, visit: www.nativenurseries.org To hear Tomorrow, Today, our sister podcast, visit: www.tomorrowtodaypodcast.org/   keywords: Invasion Ecology, Invasive Species, Autumn Olive, Silverberry, Land Management, Fire, Grazing, Hardiness Zones, Soil Conditions, Human Activities, Eco-Evolutionary Experience, Argentine Ant, Seed Planting, Japanese Knotweed, Genetic Bottlenecks, Generalist Strategies, Soil Alteration, Hybridization, Black Locust, Native Mulberry, Capitalism, Profit, Homogenization, Permaculture, Sociopolitical Dimensions, Ecological Integrity, Climate Change, Habitat Destruction, Indigenous Stewardship, Native Plants, Ecosystems, Mutual Care, Evolution, Legacy

Weekly conversation led by Dr Joelle Grogan to give you an in-depth understanding of the law stories making news and the legal decisions that could have a bearing on everyone in the UK. This week: Traumatised jurors: new research has found that as much as half of people who serve on the juries of gruesome criminal trials, such as child murders or rape, can suffer symptoms of vicarious psychological trauma as a result. A pilot scheme to offer free counselling to affected jurors has now been shelved in England and Wales due to the election. But in Scotland and Northern Ireland support is available. Joelle discusses all this and what else happens on jury service with criminal defence barrister and part-time judge Charlie Sherrard KC, and with author, commentator and barrister Dr Sam Fowles. Prenuptial contracts: what is a "prenup," as they're often called? Should you get one even if you're not wealthy? Are they legally binding in the case of divorce, or not worth the paper they're written on? What do you need to do for the courts to uphold them in the various parts of the UK? Family law solicitor and social media's "legal queen" Tracey Moloney has the answers. And: Japanese knotweed, a fast-growing invasive species so tough it can only be successfully removed by professionals. A Scottish couple has been granted permission by an Edinburgh sheriff to sue the previous owners of their home, who had not declared that there is Japanese knotweed on the property. This case centres around whether or not it counts as an "infestation". Other home seller packs ask about knotweed explicitly. Dr Sam Fowles explains the law, and who you can sue if you find yourself with unwanted knotweed after all. Presenter: Dr Joelle Grogan Producers: Ravi Naik and Arlene Gregorius Editor: Tara McDermott Production co-ordinator: Maria Ogundele

Explore the threats by invasive species lurking in our cherished green spaces and join TVO on a hike to meet the dedicated volunteers of all ages committed to preserving our urban forests, ravines, and wetlands. Get to know groups like Toronto Nature Stewards and Don't Mess With The Don, the unsung heroes working tirelessly to maintain the balance of our natural havens, ensuring they remain vibrant for us and future generations to enjoy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first seabird conservation project to use detection dogs in the UK. A team of five detection dogs are deployed to an island off the east coast of Scotland, UK. "Sprocker" spaniels Molly and Nelson, Storm the Belgian Shepherd and Piper the Springer spaniel are experienced detection dogs, but this was their very first conservation project. With a short time window in which to work on the project, a pet dog, Esme, a Belgian Malinois, was been trained as a backup.   It was a first for NatureScot, which looks after Scotland's natural heritage and, at the time, was the first time detection dogs had been used in the UK in seabird  conservation work with seabirds. Their job was to start the process of surveying the Isle of May, which is a nature reserve, to establish the size of a new colony of storm petrels. The storm petrel is a shy, nocturnal, ground nesting bird hitherto not seen on in the east of Scotland. How did they know the storm petrels were there? As part of conservation efforts in the UK and elsewhere, fine mist nets are used as a safe way to capture wild birds for ringing. Licensed ringers place a lightweight ring with a unique number around a bird's leg. Once ringed, an individual bird's activity can be noted. Such information allows conservation organisations to understand bird population movement, changes and trends, and provides information vital for bird conservation. It was through this practice that the presence of storm petrels on the east coast of Scotland was first noted. Simon Chapman of K9 Manhunt Scotland explains to Dogs with Jobs presenter Kate Fairweather how the project came about, what the challenges were and how the dogs - most of whom usually work as drugs dogs - stepped up to the challenge of a new type of project and distraction-heavy environment. Other conservation detection dogs episodes: Barley the conservation detection dog and his international projects Nica, Nettle and Phoenix, the Japanese Knotweed detection dogs Do you work your dog or dogs? Contact me, Kate Fairweather if you would be interested in coming on the show, at team@shineradio.uk. © & ℗ Kate Fairweather, 2024  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first seabird conservation project to use detection dogs in the UK. A team of five detection dogs are deployed to an island off the east coast of Scotland, UK. "Sprocker" spaniels Molly and Nelson, Storm the Belgian Shepherd and Piper the Springer spaniel are experienced detection dogs, but this was their very first conservation project. With a short time window in which to work on the project, a pet dog, Esme, a Belgian Malinois, was been trained as a backup.   It was a first for NatureScot, which looks after Scotland's natural heritage and, at the time, was the first time detection dogs had been used in the UK in seabird  conservation work with seabirds. Their job was to start the process of surveying the Isle of May, which is a nature reserve, to establish the size of a new colony of storm petrels. The storm petrel is a shy, nocturnal, ground nesting bird hitherto not seen on in the east of Scotland. How did they know the storm petrels were there? As part of conservation efforts in the UK and elsewhere, fine mist nets are used as a safe way to capture wild birds for ringing. Licensed ringers place a lightweight ring with a unique number around a bird's leg. Once ringed, an individual bird's activity can be noted. Such information allows conservation organisations to understand bird population movement, changes and trends, and provides information vital for bird conservation. It was through this practice that the presence of storm petrels on the east coast of Scotland was first noted. Simon Chapman of K9 Manhunt Scotland explains to Dogs with Jobs presenter Kate Fairweather how the project came about, what the challenges were and how the dogs - most of whom usually work as drugs dogs - stepped up to the challenge of a new type of project and distraction-heavy environment. Other conservation detection dogs episodes: Barley the conservation detection dog and his international projects Nica, Nettle and Phoenix, the Japanese Knotweed detection dogs Do you work your dog or dogs? Contact me, Kate Fairweather if you would be interested in coming on the show, at team@shineradio.uk. © & ℗ Kate Fairweather, 2024  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet a talented trio of highly specialised detection dogs, who focus on UK's most  invasive plant, the notoriously tough Japanese knotweed. Nica the springer spaniel, Nettle the working cocker spaniel and Phoenix the Dutch shepherd devote their entire working lives and considerable skill on finding Japanese Knotweed. Together with their talented handler, Kat Janczur of Canine Detection Solutions, they work with knotweed eradication companies, landowners and developers to survey construction sites, highways, railroads and individual properties.  Japanese Knotweed is the UK's most invasive plant.  Over two metres high in full bloom, it has evolved to withstand volcanic eruptions and seismic events, and can lie dormant for years, waiting to regerminate once conditions are favourable.  It's a very, very tough plant, which means that it's almost impossible to eradicate, and a constant fight to keep it down. Nica, Nettle and Phoenix can detect even tiny bits of knotweed, as well as the underground rhizomes, which humans cannot see. This which makes them the most effective way to check sites, all year round. Kat explains how she keeps the team physically fit and mentally at the top of their game for this high stakes detection work. She explains some of the techniques she uses to keep her dogs independent, and to avoid handler bias when it comes to detection work. Connected episodes: Barley the conservation detection dog and his international projects Do you work your dog or dogs? Contact me, Kate Fairweather if you would be interested in coming on the show, at team@shineradio.uk.© & ℗ Kate Fairweather, 2024    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet a talented trio of highly specialised detection dogs, who focus on UK's most  invasive plant, the notoriously tough Japanese knotweed. Nica the springer spaniel, Nettle the working cocker spaniel and Phoenix the Dutch shepherd devote their entire working lives and considerable skill on finding Japanese Knotweed. Together with their talented handler, Kat Janczur of Canine Detection Solutions, they work with knotweed eradication companies, landowners and developers to survey construction sites, highways, railroads and individual properties.  Japanese Knotweed is the UK's most invasive plant.  Over two metres high in full bloom, it has evolved to withstand volcanic eruptions and seismic events, and can lie dormant for years, waiting to regerminate once conditions are favourable.  It's a very, very tough plant, which means that it's almost impossible to eradicate, and a constant fight to keep it down. Nica, Nettle and Phoenix can detect even tiny bits of knotweed, as well as the underground rhizomes, which humans cannot see. This which makes them the most effective way to check sites, all year round. Kat explains how she keeps the team physically fit and mentally at the top of their game for this high stakes detection work. She explains some of the techniques she uses to keep her dogs independent, and to avoid handler bias when it comes to detection work. Connected episodes: Barley the conservation detection dog and his international projects Do you work your dog or dogs? Contact me, Kate Fairweather if you would be interested in coming on the show, at team@shineradio.uk.© & ℗ Kate Fairweather, 2024    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A carbon-sequestering art and research installation, the Sky Pillar at the Deanery Project was designed with architecture students from Dalhousie University. As Executive Director Kim Thompson puts it, the Sky Pillar is "a bridge to the night", and was created as an anchor to the Deanery's annual SeaLight SkyLight festival. Kim says, “We're trying to get people outdoors, connecting with nature, at night, which isn't something we always do in our century”.Listen to this conversation with Kim Thompson and Dr. Jenn MacLatchy as they talk about how the Sky Pillar came to be and how it brings together art and science, land and sky.This installation sparks an interest and understanding in night time wonders and gives an interesting angle from which to view our place in space, to think about navigation, and to connect to the seasons.Tune in also to discover the relationship of the Sky Pillar to bioluminescence, Japanese Knotweed, and biochar! (And a bonus: a luminescent fungi chat.)The Deanery Project is nestled in a forested, sheltered cove of the Atlantic Ocean. It is an environmental arts and education centre that hosts many intriguing buildings, workshops, projects, and art installations. It is located in Lower Ship Harbour, on Nova Scotia's Eastern Shore of Mi'kma'ki. Visitors and students come here to experience creative natural building techniques, to learn about permaculture, to help out on the land, discover community, practice citizen science, collaborate on an art installation, and/or to join a group for one of the wide-ranging programs. Here, one can find everything from a solar wood kiln to to retreat facilities. In response to the challenges of our times, the Deanery is also a convening space and living laboratory; for research and for building capacity for communities.Kim Thompson is Executive Director of the Deanery Project. She imparts her love for learning, art, social justice and sustainability into everything she does and is passionate about nature, family, natural building, art, traditional skills and community. An adjunct instructor with the School of Architecture since 1998, Kim is deeply committed to creating experiential, educational opportunities for pre and post secondary students at the Deanery, and welcomes anyone interested to learn and become involved with the variety of things going on there.Dr. Jenn MacLatchy (she/they), is an artist, a kayak instructor, and researcher of settler descent living in Mi'kma'ki. Her doctoral research was focused on using arts-based methods to engage with waste, weeds, and wastelands to form a settler method for decolonizing relationship with land and tending to liveable post-Anthropocene futures. (Episode 16 of Shared Ground is about this)(You may also like to check out Episode 17: An Intro to the Deanery Project)EPISODE RESOURCES:Find out more about the Deanery Project atThedeaneryproject.com https://www.facebook.com/deaneryprojecthttps://www.instagram.com/deaneryproject/Open houses are on the 1st Sunday of each monthTo discuss an idea; a potential art residency, a science research project or something with youth, contact Kim at 902-845-1888 or email thedeaneryproject@gmail.comAn upcoming Work that Reconnects workshop at the...

How bird flu is decimating Wales' gannet population on Grassholm island off the coast of Pembrokeshire. Calls for tougher penalties for dog owners after 46 ewes in a "horrifying attack" on a farm near Wrexham Could you have the next Japanese Knotweed or Himalayan Balsam growing in your garden? We speak to a PhD student about his work identifying ornamental garden plants with an invasive potential. We meet the former Red Arrows engineer in his first year as warden for Flat Holm island, off the coast of Cardiff. And we meet the two musicians finding new ways of connecting post covid and promoting their album as they walk the Wales Coast Path

Tommy and his team are BACK for the summer!And what better way to kick things off than a guide on how to prepare the ultimate barbecue. From choosing the right fuel, to Tommy's tips on what meat to cook, and how to get it perfect, this episode is your guide to making your next barbecue the talk of the town!We're also visiting Tommy's new pub, The Abbey Inn, and catching up on all the events down at the farm. And chef Dickie is coming up with some unusual recipes for a brand new ingredient...Japanese Knotweed!Seasoned is a podcast series from What's The Story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Resveratrol exerts potent effects that contribute towards healthy skin repair and functioning. For instance, it promotes cell stability by protecting collagen, stabilises the deeper structure of skin known as the extracellular matrix and also exerts antibacterial effects superior to topical antibiotic creams when it is used on wounds. Additional skincare benefits include scar lightening, barrier repair and UV-protection. In this episode we discover: 0:00 - Introduction to Resveratrol skincare 0:52 - How does Resveratrol skincare work? 1:55 - Resveratrol's beneficial effects on skin 2:25 - Resveratrol's impact on wound healing 4:17 - Protection against UV damage 5:30 - Anti-aging effects of Resveratrol skincare 6:18 - Japanese Knotweed as a source of Resveratrol If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a 5-star review on Spotify and Apple podcasts so the podcast can be enjoyed by more people! Sign up for our free Skincare Blueprint: Glow Up From Within newsletter to receive our welcome gift pack https://drtwl.substack.com/ Skincare Bible: Strategic Blueprint for Resilient Skin https://a.co/d/dPq2kqB Asian Beauty Secrets https://a.co/d/gyqpCju NEW RELEASE Skincare & Cosmetic Ingredients Dictionary & Workbook https://a.co/d/fqr1qmZ Little Skincare Book for Women https://a.co/d/gBtR9Qm Vision Board Book Kit https://a.co/d/6gdHstr Resveratrol Face Serum for Anti-Aging https://drtwlderma.com/product/best-face-serum-for-anti-aging/

Once hailed as a ‘handsome' import, this most rampant of plants has come to be seen as a sinister, ruinous enemy. Can it be stopped?. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpod

Since it was introduced to the UK in 1850, Japanese knotweed has gone from novel ornamental plant to rampant invasive species. Madeleine Finlay speaks to journalist Samanth Subramanian about the huge costs associated with finding it on a property, and Dr Sophie Hocking explains what the plant, and our attempts to control it, might be doing to the environment.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/sciencepod

Don discusses how spring is a great time of year to identify invasive plants. Multiflora Rose and the Japanese Knotweed are a few of the most common in our area. Also, he talks about how many of the invasive plants have taken over the landscapes in our metro parks. Whenever possible try to plant native vegetation in your landscape.

This week Rachel kicks things off with a story about the amazingly fast growing invasive Japanese Knotweed. Our guest, Marika Bell then takes a fascinating look at how different animals perceive colors. Finally, Kirk rounds out the show describing a bizarre prehistoric fish that could cut you in half in less than the blink of an eye! We're all over the board this week and we couldn't be happier about it.    Listen to Marika's show: https://www.thedealwithanimals.com/ Support us on patreon: patreon.com/strangebynature Email us: contact@strangebynaturepodcast.com Visit us at: strangebynaturepodcast.com

Having grown up exploring the Scottish countryside, Carol Adams' interest in forestry grew into a horticulture qualification. Around eight years ago, this brought her to Trentham, a 725 acres estate in Stoke-on-Trent in Staffordshire. With influence from Capability Brown, the gardens have seen many evolutions over the years, most recently, the likes of Tom Stuart-Smith, Piet Oudolf, and Nigel Dunnett who have created a sustainable and contemporary planting scheme, with sometimes accidental biodiverse benefits. [They] “hadn't originally intended to create the biodiversity and the ecosystem service that we have but it transpires that it has achieved that and the way that has changed the way we look at the estate and how visitors interact the estate. It's not purely about us being a beautiful contemporary garden [...] it's become more than that", Adams explains.The River Trent corridor gives the garden both benefits and challenges; it allows otters to establish, but also Japanese Knotweed. But ultimately, creating the biodiversity at Trentham has been a collaborative effort, and Carol has been working with local groups and organisations as well as students to help identify species. One such species is the water vole, which the garden recently introduced. “There weren't water voles regionally to repopulate at Trentham. [...] it wasn't going to naturally happen. It needed an intervention, so we committed a business spend and we had to look at it as a business case. Why would we reintroduce water voles to Trentham? What were the pros and cons?”Adams also gives advice about where to start when rewilding a garden or even a cityscape. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fed up of the bullsh!t lies you have been force-fed about manifesting? So are we.⁣ ⁣ With economic shocks and hardships looming on the horizon, now is no time to cower in a corner, paralysed with fear at all the challenges ahead. Now more than ever, is the time to take your personal development seriously.⁣ ⁣ In this momentous finale, Agi and Paul rattle off enough inspirational audio ammunition to bitch slap you out of your matrix-induced slumber so you can stare down the cold hard reality of what hunting down your dreams and living up to your potential really requires.⁣ ⁣ At no time in history have we had so much god-like technology and powerful information at our fingertips.⁣ ⁣ Yet at the same time, we are drowning in distractions and starved of depth and wisdom and at no point in history has the battle for control of our attention been so fierce.⁣ ⁣ This jam-packed episode is crammed with a steady flow of incendiary info guaranteed to light a fire under your ass and help adrenalize your inner voice. Helping you get back in the game of life, armed with the essential actionable insights you need to get unstuck.⁣ ⁣ Listen up - this is the END of Personal Development Essentials as we know it and boy oh boy do these guys deliver the goods. Nothing is held back here as Agi and Paul serve up some much-needed realism and CPR for the soul. ⁣ ⁣ Their jaw-droppingly honest approach is refreshing and their enthusiasm is as contagious and relentless as the onward march of Japanese Knotweed.⁣ ⁣ Whether you are new to personal development or a seasoned pro, let the questions raised in this final podcast take root and help you radically reclaim your focus from the unflinching assault on your attention from the modern world.⁣ ⁣ So, if tough times have battered your self-belief, but you remain as tenacious as a terrier clinging on to your hopes and dreams, it's time for you to come grab your fair share of this wisdom feast and bulletproof your belief in yourself and your life's purpose.⁣ ⁣ This is a resounding call to adventure from the original harbingers of hope - listen now before this is taken down.⁣ ⁣ ⁣ You will learn:⁣ ⁣ • How you can tune into the mysterious inner wisdom that one of Hollywood's biggest directors swears by⁣ • The TRUTH about manifesting….⁣ • Just what exactly is “Nature's Compass” and how you can tap into this mysterious life force that even towering figures of history bow down to⁣ • Lessons gleaned from Robert Green's epic book "Mastery"⁣ • The timeless wisdom of Homer's Odyssey⁣ • Why becoming the best you is your sacred duty⁣ • And much more!   ___ Find us and carry on the journey: Paul:  http://growthmindsetmovement.com/   Agi: https://agikeramidas.com https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com

Conor McGregor has run into problems with a planned development  to build  hundreds of build-to-rent apartments, as Japanese knotweed has been found on the site.  Kieran was joined by Dr Colin Kelleher Keeper of the Herbarium at the National Botanic Gardens to explain why the plant is a developers nightmare...

Josh Harper and Brett Legere are with Invasion Science Sackville. Anthony Maddelena is the owner of the Bagtown Brewery.

A walk on the road with Jolee leads to a story of a neighbor tackling Japanese Knotweed, known to be invasive, though beautiful and beneficial to pollinators. We chat about how beekeepers make good use of Knotweed.Afterward, Jolee rests in a patch of Crown Vetch. Farmers once used it as a cover crop, and municipalities and homeowners planted Crown Vetch to secure slopes. Now it's considered invasive in many places, though pollinators adore them too. We wrap up chatting about Barberry & Butterfly Bush, once eagerly planted in landscapes and now are on invasive plant lists. Then we shift the paradigm by propagating new varieties and perhaps begin rethinking how we view invasive weeds and plants. Link to Related Stories:Knotweed meets Crown Vetch September Roadside Beauties Beneficial LadybugsI look forward to sharing more garden and nature stories from you, kind listeners. Please email me at AskMaryStone@gmail.com.And Follow Garden Dilemmas on Facebook and Instagram #MaryElaineStoneEpisode web page —Garden Dilemmas Podcast Page Thank you for sharing the garden of life,Mary Stone, Columnist & Garden DesignerGarden Dilemmas? AskMaryStone.com 

In this week's Plant Based Podcast episode it's the news round up with @mrplantgeek and @ellenmarygardening   Find out what the latest horticultural news is from Japanese Knotweed, to Aubergine seed packets not being quite as you'd expect, happy hedgehogs and a rare plant competition. There's the usual gossip about anything and everything as well.    This series is sponsored by Hillier Garden Centres    The Plant Based Podcast:  www.theplantbasedpodcast.net   Instagram Twitter Facebook 

We begin the show with open phone lines! Then we hear about the success the Warren Conservation Commission has had in working to eradicate the invasive Japanese Knotweed. After that, VTDigger's Southern Vermont reporter Tiffany Tan provides an update on developing stories involving the Bennington County Sheriff and the Town Meeting Day vote on a new field house facility in Manchester. And we finish by hearing about the tasty treats created by Rhino Foods in Burlington. 

Eli Joseph-Hunter is the featured guest on this episode of Nature Calls: Conversations from the Hudson Valley. As proprietor of the Greene Bee Greenhouse, Ltd, listen to his discussion with CCE Master Gardeners as we learn about Plants for Winter Interest. Then stay tuned for the first segment of Good Plant/Bad Plant where Tim Kennelty will talk about oak trees and Japanese Knotweed. This episode concludes with a discussion by Devon Russ (Hits and Myths) about the science associated with planting by the phases of the moon. Enjoy! Hosts: Tim Kennelty and Jean Thomas Interview Guests: Eli Joseph-Hunter Photos: see attached (pick your favorite!) Resources and Transcript

In this week's podcast, we take a look at the new RICS Guidance Note Japanese Knotweed and Residential Property 1st Edition. This is essential listening for residential RICS APC and AssocRICS candidates pursuing the Inspection and Valuation competencies. Although the guidance is primarily aimed at residential surveyors, it is of wider relevance to any candidates with Inspection or Valuation as technical competencies.

In episode 3 I discuss the invasive plant species Japanese Knotweed (Fallopia japonica, sachaliensis and bohemia, seed viability and some management options as well as what native plants return to occupy the habitat. I also talk a little about different types of cannabis seeds  on the market, genetics, and how to discern quality seeds from junk. PSA at the end in support of any house plants other than Monstera. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=65399395)

The plant, brought over from Asia as an ornamental plant, is proving incredibly tough to destroy. WBZ's Chris Fama reports:

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There are, in most places, a mix of native and invasive plants that our bees will visit because they don't distinguish good from bad, noxious from native. They are looking for food, regardless of the source. This week Kim and Jim touch on a few of these, and try and come up with some recommendations and perhaps some plans on dealing with invasive plants and your honey bees. They start with the Chinese Tallow lawsuit going on in the south, with USDA wanting rid of it by introducing a natural pest. And purple loosestrife is now starting to diminish because they already have introduced a natural pest for that handsome weed and very predictable honey crop. But Black Locust, Norway Maple, Japanese Knotweed, Kudzu vine, English Ivy and Autumn Olive are looked at too. There are pages of introduced species of plants, many of which are terrific honey plants. The message is….if you and your bees are dependent on introduced or noxious weeds as food sources and a honey crop, you may want to be aware, because those plants might not be there for long. __________________ We welcome Betterbee as sponsor of today's episode. BetterBee's mission is to support every beekeeper with excellent customer service, continued education and quality equipment. From their colorful and informative catalog to their support of beekeeper educational activities, including this podcast series, BetterBee truly is Beekeepers Serving Beekeepers. See for yourself at www.betterbee.com ______________________ Honey Bee Obscura is brought to you by Growing Planet Media, LLC, the home of Beekeeping Today Podcast. Music: Heart & Soul by Gyom, Walking in Paris by Studio Le Bus, original guitar music by Jeffrey Ott Copyright © 2021 by Growing Planet Media, LLC

We take a look at Blessington Basin in Dublin where 7 cygnets have been hatched, Japanese Knotweed: how can we kill an invasive plant with the power to come back from the dead? We talk to a 'Farming for Nature Ambassador', and Terry Flanagan retires as a teacher.

Can plant functional traits help to predict responses to Reynoutria japonica invasion in riparian and fallow ecosystems in southern Poland? You can read this report at https://www.botany.one/2021/08/predicting-native-plant-responses-to-japanese-knotweed-invasion/ You can read the original research for free at AoB PLANTS.

In this northerly episode of The Garden Log Ben discusses lime trees, hollyhocks, hedge heights and salsify and is refreshed by the Scandinavian approach to Japanese Knotweed. 

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Conservationist and gardener Suzanne Thompson goes viral with her organic approach to controlling invasive threat Japanese knotweed

Japanese Knotweed Explained Sarah Tucker, AKA The Mortgage Mum turns her attention to this rebellious root, a weed that can interfere with your mortgage, moving house and more. Read on for useful facts, tips and advice… What is Japanese Knotweed?  It's a very aggressive weed that lies dormant through the winter months. It rapidly grows in spring - as much as a foot in a single week! It can reach a height of six feet above the ground, but it's underground that it actually does the most damage.    First, it can ruin a garden because it strangles all other plant life. Then, when it comes into contact with a property, it can root deep into the ground and damage foundations, drainage systems and walls. Ultimately, it can make a house unsellable.    A further challenge is that when Knotweed appears to have been dealt with, it can split and grow back as before. It can be a big problem when building an extension or conservatory or laying a patio, because digging through a root can reawaken it.  How did Japanese Knotweed come to the UK? It was brought over by a horticulturalist called Philip von Siebold, who found the plant growing on the side of a Japanese volcano and decided to use it in ornamental gardens. What he didn't realise is that to survive in volcanic soil, the plant had evolved to have very deep roots.    Once brought to the UK, railway companies used Japanese Knotweed widely on embankments because it seemed an ideal way to prevent landslides. Is it in my area of the UK? Japanese Knotweed can be found anywhere in Britain in any soil conditions. According to UK government figures, the cost of controlling Japanese Knotweed has now hit £3 billion. £130 million was spent removing it on a site being used for London's 2012 Olympic Games. Is it easy to tell if you have it? Japanese Knotweed is quite an attractive plant that can be mistaken for other species. It's not that unusual for it to be wrongly identified, causing a property to fall in value, only to discover that it's not Japanese Knotweed at all.   So it's really important that you do get a specialist to identify it. Get more than one opinion, because there are different types of similar-looking knotweed, which may not be expensive to remove or so damaging to property. Can you get a mortgage on a house that has Japanese Knotweed?  Many mortgage lenders are concerned that Japanese Knotweed affects not just the existing structure, but future structure like extensions and renovations. As a result, many are reluctant to lend on a property with it - but some will. A broker can help you find a mortgage provider that will offer a loan in this situation.   Whether you can get a mortgage is led by the information a lender gets from property valuers. The Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors has five categories for Knotweed valuations:   Category One: No Knotweed on the property or nearby.   Category Two: Japanese Knotweed is not seen on the property, but it can be seen in neighbouring properties, more than 7 metres from the property boundary.   Category Three: The plant is not within the property, but it's seen in neighbouring properties within 7 metres of the boundary. It is more than 7m from the house or flat.   Category Four: Japanese Knotweed is present within the property's boundary, but is more than 7m from the building itself. Any damage is minor.    Category Five: The plant is seen within 7m of the property, within the boundaries or in neighbouring properties, and is already causing serious damage to outbuildings, paths, drains and walls.    Categories four and five mean immediate professional help is needed. A lender will want to see evidence of treatment plans, funds to pay for the treatment and insurance to cover any future reappearance of the plant.    If the property is in categories two or three, lenders want to make sure that you're aware of the Knotweed, and will ask you to sign to confirm. How expensive is it to remove Japanese Knotweed?  It can be very expensive to deal with - it can cost thousands or even tens of thousands of pounds.   Physical removal might involve removing soil three metres down and seven metres across from the edge of the visible growth. Everything that is removed has to be sent to a licenced waste management facility so that it is dealt with properly. You will also need insurance against it regrowing.  Could I buy a property that has Japanese Knotweed without knowing? The seller of a property is legally obliged to declare if Japanese Knotweed is on the land. Your estate agent should be aware of this - they have to ensure the seller knows the implications of not disclosing this, because it could result in them being sued.    If Knotweed is present, an estate agent should advise you or your seller to look for a remediation firm that offers a warranty for completed work and that is protected by an independent insurer. This will give both the seller and the buyer peace of mind that the property is protected for the future.   It's important, to be aware, though, that if you are buying a new property, this rule doesn't apply. House builders are under no legal obligation to declare if the site has any historical Knotweed issues. This is a good reason to make sure you have a thorough survey done. What happens if my neighbours have Knotweed on their property?  If your neighbour has Japanese knotweed and they're not controlling it properly, they can be issued with an anti-social behaviour order. There can be disputes about who should pay for the treatment if it's spread from one property to another.    If your property is next to a commercial railway, again it's important to check carefully. Network Rail recently lost a court battle with a resident whose land had been infested by Knotweed from a railway embankment nearby.  What should I do if I think I have Japanese Knotweed at my property? A great place to look for advice and support is a website called JapaneseKnotweed.com.   You can upload a picture, get the plant identified and then arrange a survey. You receive a report explaining the best treatment options and costs, they carry out the work and then resurvey the site to establish whether it's been successful.    In terms of what it means for a mortgage or remortgage, it varies by lender. One mortgage provider will want a 10 year insurance policy, for example.    In summary, though, Japanese Knotweed won't necessarily mean you can't buy or sell a property - it's a question of getting good advice, taking the right steps and talking to an experienced broker for support. 

In this episode, we sit down with, Mike Bryan and Rob Millier of MDARD's Pesticide and Plant Pest Management Division to discuss the Mountain Pine Beetle and Japanese Knotweed's potential impact on Michigan.

In this podcast, Melissa Sokulski discusses her reasons for eating wild plants, including how hardy wild plants are. She discusses longevity expert, Dr. David Sinclair of Harvard University, and his point about eating stressed plants, and how eating stressed plants can benefit us. Melissa also discusses Japanese Knotweed and its use in treating Lyme Disease. Full show notes with links can be found on http://patreon.com/foodunderfoot.

02/17/21 - Host Doug Stephan and Dr. Jack Stockwell, www.forbiddendoctor.com Phone: 866-867-5070 begin with a whole segment on your Immune System. Learn how it keeps you healthy by 1) Fighting off poisons and 2) Adjusting for years of malnutrition. Next a list of the various Cancers and their survival rates. Followed by Part 2 of the series on Electro Magnetic Forces (EMF) and the evils of 5G cellphone waves. Our Supplement of The Week this time is HerbaVital. https://www.standardprocess.com/products/herbavital HerbaVital provides multi-action support for healthy aging and contains Japanese Knotweed, Milk Thistle, Korean Ginseng, Grape seed and Ginkgo leaf. It supports and maintains the body as it ages, promotes vitality and stamina in older adults, supports healthy circulation in mature men and women and works as a tonic to benefit the entire body. Finally, a discussion on Fasting and how it can be beneficial to your body.

In this episode, Marion Ellis and Phil Parnham are interviewing Steve Hodgson, who is Chief Executive Officer at the Property Care Association (PCA) since 2012. He is passionate about the industry which he is proud to serve, and committed to creating and promoting best practice, scientific research and a better technical understanding of moisture related issues. His aim is to help facilitate the delivery of good service and workmanship to consumers, as well as providing effective representation and value for money to all members of the PCA. What We Cover: What PCA is, what they do and who the members are How residential surveyors can become members of the PCA The constraints involved with investigating dampness, and its impact on surveying and valuation Are policies around Japanese knotweed overstated? The pros and cons of the ‘Green Vouchers' Connect with Steve Hodgson: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-hodgson-52264b17/ Connect with PCA: http://www.property-care.org https://www.facebook.com/PropertyCareAssociation/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/1568884/admin/ https://twitter.com/pcapropertycare Connect with Marion Ellis: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/marion-ellis-frics-ccxp/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/marionsurveyor/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/pg/marionsurveyor/ https://www.blueboxpartners.com Connect with Phil Parnham: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/philparnham/ Twitter https://twitter.com/philparnham/ https://www.blueboxpartners.com Resources: PCA Surveyor Trainings for Property Professionals https://www.property-care.org/training-qualifications/pca-surveyor-training/ Green Homes Grants Scheme https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-the-green-homes-grant-scheme Japanese Knotweed and Residential Property https://www.rics.org/globalassets/rics-website/media/upholding-professional-standards/sector-standards/real-estate/japanese-knotweed-and-residential-property-1st-edition.pdf The Surveyor Hub Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/the.surveyor.hub.bluebox.partners

In this episode, Marion Ellis and Phil Parnham are interviewing Steve Hodgson, who is Chief Executive Officer at the Property Care Association (PCA) since 2012. He is passionate about the industry which he is proud to serve, and committed to creating and promoting best practice, scientific research and a better technical understanding of moisture related issues. His aim is to help facilitate the delivery of good service and workmanship to consumers, as well as providing effective representation and value for money to all members of the PCA. What We Cover: What PCA is, what they do and who the members are How residential surveyors can become members of the PCA The constraints involved with investigating dampness, and its impact on surveying and valuation Are policies around Japanese knotweed overstated? The pros and cons of the ‘Green Vouchers' Connect with Steve Hodgson: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-hodgson-52264b17/ Connect with PCA: http://www.property-care.org https://www.facebook.com/PropertyCareAssociation/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/1568884/admin/ https://twitter.com/pcapropertycare Connect with Marion Ellis: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/marion-ellis-frics-ccxp/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/marionsurveyor/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/pg/marionsurveyor/ https://www.blueboxpartners.com Connect with Phil Parnham: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/philparnham/ Twitter https://twitter.com/philparnham/ https://www.blueboxpartners.com Resources: PCA Surveyor Trainings for Property Professionals https://www.property-care.org/training-qualifications/pca-surveyor-training/  Green Homes Grants Scheme https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-the-green-homes-grant-scheme Japanese Knotweed and Residential Property https://www.rics.org/globalassets/rics-website/media/upholding-professional-standards/sector-standards/real-estate/japanese-knotweed-and-residential-property-1st-edition.pdf  The Surveyor Hub Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/the.surveyor.hub.bluebox.partners 

Philip Santo is a chartered surveyor with over 35 years experience as a residential surveyor and valuer who has acted as a consultant for RICS, representing RICS on the Council of Mortgage Lenders Valuation Panel and undertaking a range of project work within the Residential Professional Group. Philip contributed to the major reviews of the Red Book Mortgage Valuation Practice Standard in 2011 and the Guidance Note on the Valuation of New-build Residential Homes published in 2012. He led the cross-industry working group which produced the RICS Information Paper on Japanese Knotweed and Residential Property in 2012 and helped to facilitate the establishment of a dedicated Invasive Weeds division under the auspices of the Property Care Association. Philip regularly gives training presentations and is a visiting lecturer at Portsmouth University. He writes for a number of professional publications, including the Case Notes series in the RICS Residential Professional Journal and has written a second edition to the Melville and Gordon series Inspections and Reports on Dwellings. His independent practice, Philip Santo & Co, Chartered Surveyors, provides a range of consultancy services including advice on automated valuation models (AVMs) and providing expert reports and training programmes. Images from his extensive portfolio of property and survey-related photographs frequently feature in RICS journals and professional publications. What Is Covered: Philip's career development and lessons learned The rewards of residential surveying as a career and how to make it more visible to younger people Personal attributes that a surveyor needs to have in order to respond to the requirements of this profession The future of residential surveying and potential concerns Philip's consultancy work as an expert in Japanese Knotweed Connect with Philip Santo: Website http://www.philipsanto.co.uk LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/philip-santo-55b1a59 Resources: Ian Angus Gordon, Ian A. Melville, Philip Santo: Inspections and Reports on Dwellings: Inspecting https://www.amazon.co.uk/Inspections-Reports-Dwellings-Angus-Gordon/dp/0728204487 Philip Santo: Inspections and Reports on Dwellings: Inspecting https://www.routledge.com/Inspections-and-Reports-on-Dwellings-Inspecting/Santo/p/book/9780080971438 Philip Santo: Inspections and Reports on Dwellings: Assessing Age https://www.routledge.com/Inspections-and-Reports-on-Dwellings-Assessing-Age/Santo/p/book/9780080971322 Smith Eric S Bush Case (1990) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smith_v_Eric_S_Bush RICS Professional Journals http://ww3.rics.org/uk/en/journals.html Red Book Mortgage Valuation Practice Standard https://www.rics.org/eu/upholding-professional-standards/sector-standards/valuation/red-book/ Japanese Knotweed and Residential Property ...

Philip Santo is a chartered surveyor with over 35 years experience as a residential surveyor and valuer who has acted as a consultant for RICS, representing RICS on the Council of Mortgage Lenders Valuation Panel and undertaking a range of project work within the Residential Professional Group. Philip contributed to the major reviews of the Red Book Mortgage Valuation Practice Standard in 2011 and the Guidance Note on the Valuation of New-build Residential Homes published in 2012. He led the cross-industry working group which produced the RICS Information Paper on Japanese Knotweed and Residential Property in 2012 and helped to facilitate the establishment of a dedicated Invasive Weeds division under the auspices of the Property Care Association. Philip regularly gives training presentations and is a visiting lecturer at Portsmouth University. He writes for a number of professional publications, including the Case Notes series in the RICS Residential Professional Journal and has written a second edition to the Melville and Gordon series Inspections and Reports on Dwellings. His independent practice, Philip Santo & Co, Chartered Surveyors, provides a range of consultancy services including advice on automated valuation models (AVMs) and providing expert reports and training programmes. Images from his extensive portfolio of property and survey-related photographs frequently feature in RICS journals and professional publications. What Is Covered: Philip's career development and lessons learned The rewards of residential surveying as a career and how to make it more visible to younger people Personal attributes that a surveyor needs to have in order to respond to the requirements of this profession The future of residential surveying and potential concerns Philip's consultancy work as an expert in Japanese Knotweed Connect with Philip Santo: Website http://www.philipsanto.co.uk LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/philip-santo-55b1a59 Resources: Ian Angus Gordon, Ian A. Melville, Philip Santo: Inspections and Reports on Dwellings: Inspecting https://www.amazon.co.uk/Inspections-Reports-Dwellings-Angus-Gordon/dp/0728204487 Philip Santo: Inspections and Reports on Dwellings: Inspecting https://www.routledge.com/Inspections-and-Reports-on-Dwellings-Inspecting/Santo/p/book/9780080971438 Philip Santo: Inspections and Reports on Dwellings: Assessing Age https://www.routledge.com/Inspections-and-Reports-on-Dwellings-Assessing-Age/Santo/p/book/9780080971322 Smith Eric S Bush Case (1990) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smith_v_Eric_S_Bush RICS Professional Journals http://ww3.rics.org/uk/en/journals.html  Red Book Mortgage Valuation Practice Standard https://www.rics.org/eu/upholding-professional-standards/sector-standards/valuation/red-book/  Japanese Knotweed and Residential Property https://www.rics.org/globalassets/rics-website/media/upholding-professional-standards/sector-standards/real-estate/japanese-knotweed-and-residential-property-1st-edition.pdf  The Surveyors Hub Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/the.surveyor.hub.bluebox.partners 

I'll talk about some beneficial health benefits of the Japanese Knotweed plant for people and pets! Lets not get rid of it! Lets live with it and reap the benefits.

In week's programme we’re going wild for weeds. Author and designer Jack Wallington sings the praises of these much maligned plants and offers ideas for using them in gardens. RHS gardening advisor Nikki Barker offers insight on dealing with Japanese knotweed. California-based educator Indy Srinath shares her love of dandelions and writer Gareth Richards offers insight into the secrets of weeds’ success.

Anecdotal Basics of Christianity, Episode 17.

Get Natural CBD and Essential Oil Products from YoungLiving.Family/CBDJoy's article http://joycarey.com/https://www.stephenharrodbuhner.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/coronavirus.txt.pdfThe main herbs to help down-regulate the substances in our immune system that SARS-CoV-2 uses to proliferate are:Angelica Sinensis (Don Quai ir Female Ginseng) and Astralagus, Japanese Knotweed, Chinese Skullcap, Cordyceps, Kudzu, and BonesetThe body will repair lung tissue after the host cell dies. Herbs that aid in this process adapt to our immune system’s needs which reduces the effects of autoimmunity. Those herbs are:Rhodiola, Astralagus, CordycepsEating protein is important for this tissue repair and Japanese Knotweed aids in repairing the endothelial cells that become damaged. Also, Pineapple has a certain constituent that is helpful in repairing deeper lung tissue.Protecting the spleen and lymph system is important to prevent the infection from turning into COVID-19. Those herbs are:Red Root, Chinese Skullcap, Licorice, and BidensHerbs that aid in stimulating the cells to fully develop that replace the damaged cells are:Cordyceps, licorice, red root, elder, and zincI’m taking measures to prevent infection in myself, and now I’m sharing this information with you. The herbs or supplements that you can take safely to protect yourself are Cordyceps, Licorice, Elder, Chinese Skullcap, Grape Seed Extract, Astralagus, Rhodiola, and Zinc*Licorice is one herb that shouldn’t be taken for more than three weeks in a row if it’s not actually treating something. So, take a break with it before three weeks. It doesn’t cause harm to anything usually; the body stops utilizing it after about three weeks.Support the show (https://liberapay.com/QanonFAQ/donate)

Welcome to the first episode. There are a few people to thank. Joe Schine for the amazing art. Drake Stafford for the intro song, and Cullah for the outro song. Really we are just so excited that this is happening and can't wait to go on the journey with you all. Below are the show notes from the first episode. Thanks for the listen.If you like us and rate us that helps out a lot. Also here is how to contact us.Bob at BMaze19 @twitterDave at Davepeachtree@gmail.comFour people killed and 13 shot at at Kent State University in Ohio on May 4, 1970.   Star Wars Day started in 2011.  “May the Fourth” be with you.Hay Market Riots started with a bomb that was thrown into a crowd on May 4 in Hay Market Square in Chicago in 1886.  It was never determined who threw the bomb, but 9 labor organizers/anarchists were executed for plotting a riot.  There is evidence that the bomb was thrown by the police. Dave and Al married April, 19th 2014The name of the class that Dave took at CU was a writing course called “Topics in Writing: Dystopias” taught by the great Jim “Jam” Miller. “Crazy” is an ableist word.  I’m sorry I used it. Children of Men.  Is a dystopian movie directed by Alfonso Cuaron, staring Clive Owen and Julianne Moore.  The plot takes place in 2027 after 2 decades of human infertility.1984 by George Orwell. This is Orwell’s last and perhaps greatest book.Back to the Future came out in 1985.COLA struggle at UCSC. The struggle started in Fall quarter of 2019 with a grading strike.  It escalated to a full strike with a large picket in Winter quarter.  The university used militarized police, surveillance, and extreme punishment to break the strike.  The university faces a unfair labor practice lawsuit in the wake of this repression.Japanese Knotweed is a prolific plant.Emergent Strategy and biomimicry. Emergent Strategy is a book by adrienne maree brown, who has a podcast called How to Survive the End of the World.  We will return to her work in episode 3.Beyond Survival by Ejeris Dixon and Leah Lakshmi Piepzna-Samarasinha focuses on alternatives to retributive justice and the prison system for communities in struggle. 

This week I’m speaking to Tomos Jones. Tomos is a PhD student at the University of Reading where he’s currently researching invasive plants. There are 17000 plant species from all over the world currently residing in our gardens here in the UK. A small percentage of these manage to jump the garden fence and survive in the wild and a smaller percentage still become a problem. But although it’s a small percentage that become invasive, anyone who’s done battle with Japanese Knotweed knows they can be a huge problem. Tomos is working to predict which plants may become a problem in the future, using a range of forecasting techniques, coupled with help from gardeners. This episode is published in support of another of our independent nurseries, Ivy Hatch Plants, who continue to deliver fantastic plants to customers at this time. Please support them! www.ivyhatchplantsupplies.co.uk About Tomos Jones: Tomos Jones is a NERC SCENARIO PhD student at the University of Reading and a passionate gardener. His research focuses on the 17,000 plant species - introduced from all over the world - which are found in our gardens. A small number of these ornamental plants have become invasive, having a detrimental impact on native biodiversity. Climate change could provide opportunities for more plants to become a problem. Tomos' challenge is to identify which plants might become our future invaders. Gardeners are crucial to his approach to this challenge; in both their choice of plants to grow and in understanding how ornamental plants can escape gardens and potentially become invasive. Before starting his PhD, Tomos worked at Treborth Botanic garden in N. Wales. Tomos also completed a British Council internship at Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden in Yunnan, China, where he focused on in situ orchid conservation. These are only two of many fantastic gardens he has visited around the world giving him an appreciation of the long history of global horticultural trade, and the risk ornamental plants can pose to native biodiversity. What We Discuss: What is a native plant and what is a non-native? How many new species of plant do we introduce to the UK each year and of those, how many ‘jump the garden fence’ and become established in the wild? Of those, how many cause an identifiable problem and become invasive?  The definition of an invasive plant Do non-native plants cause problems by occupying a niche that could otherwise be taken up by a native plant? Non-native plants appear to perform OK in terms of providing nectar and pollen sources, but how do they compare to native plants as host plants?  Should there be tighter controls on the importation of plants into the UK? Ornamental plants which might naturalise in the future and why Which ornamental plants have invasive potential, now and under future climate scenarios? Can gardeners be effective in identifying invasive potential early in the invasion process? Will the way we garden will change in the future as a result of threats to our ecosystems, eg less plants imported, a smaller range available, the banning of certain species, etc? Links: Tomos Jones's Blog  Get in touch: Email podcast@rootsandall.co.uk  Website www.rootsandall.co.uk  Twitter @rootsandall  Instagram @rootsandallpod  Patreon Link - Help me keep the podcast free & independent!   Or donate as much or as little as you like at GoFundMe 

In this latest episode of Lawcast we discuss the future of property claims.Following our Claims Solutions Group Property Future Series Conference, Sarah Dodd and Ann Isaacs take a look at some of the hot topics highlighted at the event. These included the impact that Japanese Knotweed claims are having on Local Authorities and Insurers, how Climate Change is driving new types of insurance claims, the rise in Cavity Wall Insulation claims, and how Cyber threats can by physical as well as digital.Support the show (http://www.dacbeachcroft.com)

This week I discuss working with Ju and Cassie as we made over a restaurant in week 6 of Interior Design Masters on BBC/Netflix.I explain the joy of meeting Kirsty Allsopp at her Handmade Festival, plus I Interview Steve about removing Japanese Knotweed from your garden, And I'm joined by my DIY Doers business partner Steph as we share the top tips of how to remove tricky screws from a wall and how our DIY Doers Facebook group can really empower you to feel good about yourself.Guest details: www.japaneseknotweed.london Sponsor: To take advantage of the generous 15% discount from my sponsor Thorndown, please visit http://bit.ly/TVCarpenter. Discount code: TVCarpenterContact me: Wayne Perrey on Twitter and Instagram.Music: "What's the Angle" by Shane Ivers

Where does loosestrife belong? Is barberry a badberry? And what’s with all the knotweed everywhere?! Most folks will tell you it’s simple: “These are invasive plants. They’re bullies, who take over an area and crowd out “native” plants! They need to be pulled out, root and branch! No use for ’em – not a good seed in the lot!” … Whew. If that were true, there’d be no such thing as medicinal invasive plants – but we’re here to tell you, there is such a thing. Many such, actually!In this episode we’ll tell you all about three of our favorite “invasive” herbs in our part of the world: purple loosestrife, Japanese knotweed, and barberry (European and Japanese varieties). We’ll explore each one’s medicinal virtues and specific talents, drawing insights from historical & traditional practice, phytochemistry, and our own experiences working with these plants to solve problems and improve health.In the process, we’ll work to challenge some of the underlying assumptions in the standard narrative about invasive plants. Too often, this concept is predicated on unexamined biased assumptions about what it means to be “native” and what it means to be otherwise. The truth is, plants aren’t native to geography, they’re native to ecology. As the environment changes, the places plants live must change too. Thinking differently about invasives can help us better understand and relate to our changing world.Herbs discussed include purple loosestrife, Japanese knotweed, barberry, & autumn olive.Also mentioned in this episode:Where Do Camels Belong?, Ken ThompsonHow Wolves Change Rivers1491, Charles MannInvasive Plant Medicine, Tim ScottIf you’re a regular listener, by now you’ve heard us talk about our podcast supporters – and maybe you’re wondering how to become one, yourself! Well, let me make it easy for you – all you need to do is click this link to support us at $5/month, or this one to support us at $10/month. At either level you’ll get immediate access to our weekly supporters video series. These exclusive videos come out every week and are only for our supporters. So if you’d like to help us keep our podcast, free clinics, scholarships, and other projects going strong – and get some goodies for your generosity – we’d very much appreciate it!As always, please subscribe & review our podcast wherever you listen, so others can find it more easily. Thank you!!Our theme music is “Wings” by Nicolai Heidlas.Support the show (https://commonwealthherbs.com/supporters/)

Mairead Lavery joins Tom in studio for this week's farming slot and she discusses how to deal with the dreaded Japanese Knotweed.

Parking tickets issued soar by a million in just 12 months! Homes Under The Hammer's Martin Roberts tells us why Japanese knotweed can devalue your house. And let's do puzzles to avoid brain ageing. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello Healers, Learn more about Lyme disease and the natural plant healers, in Part II of a discussion with herbalist, Jean Schneider.   Jean healed from a severe infection of Lyme disease using herbalism and now helps others heal from Lyme and autoimmune illnesses, using the plants of Nature, including one of her favorites Japanese knotweed (Polygonum cuspidatum).  In Part I, Jean mentioned that the spread of this plant has followed the same trajectory as the epidemic of Lyme Disease. There are now more than 2 million new cases of Lyme a year.  Jean asks what if we had been eating this plant when it came to the West, as Asian cultures had been doing, to prevent the damage of Lyme?  Jean Schneider is a Clinical Herbalist and spirit healer who practices near the headwater springs of the Madison, Wisconsin chain of lakes in Token Creek. She has spent many years helping to cultivate healing energy on the land and in her healing practice. She teaches educational classes, sees clients, and she hosts a twice monthly spirit drum. Visit Jean's website for more information at Nativa Medica. Check out my books:  Free Your Voice Heal Your Thyroid: Reverse Thyroid Disease Naturally and The Nature of Healing: Heal the Body, Heal the Planet.

As the title hots up, Mo Salah is falling over himself while title opponents Man City are accused of dirty tactics. Down at the bottom, Neil Warnock is up for whinger of the season, and some United fans seem happy to lose to their cross-town rivals. Plus we ask if Gary Neville is about to turn his back on football and join Gardeners Question Time? And what the hell was Eric Cantona thinking?  ------------------- On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. If you want to join the team drop us a line to   The theme tune is written and performed by Katalina Kicks and appears with their kind permission.  Other music in this episode is produced in house or appears under public domain creative commons license 1.0  Foam Rubber - Alexander Nakarada Brothers Unite - Alexander Nakarada   SFX made in-house and from   Follow us on twitter @ontheleftside And Instagram via @ontheleftsidepod

In this Plantrama episode we talk about eating the invasive Japanese knotweed, three of C.L.’s must-plant vegetable varieties, growing Mandevilla vine and poison green potatoes. :32 What’s For Dinner: Foraged Japanese knotweed. 5:10 Insider Information:   Three of C.L.’s must-grow vegetables: Black Beauty Eggplant, Chinese Red Noodle Beans, Bright Lights Chard 11:12 Eat/Drink/Grow:   Mandevilla Vine – why you want to grow this tropical vine, which varieties to look for, and whether it is worth keeping it over the winter. 20:18 Love Letters and Questions: Mandy asks why it’s bad to eat green potatoes, and how to prevent the ones she grows from turning green again.

The dads run the gamut of topics on this week's episode.  They let out some feels about sending their progeny off to the first day of school.  They discuss the physical confrontation they had at Tom's cookout as well as reminisce about other alcohol-related mistakes.  At one point they talk about Japanese Knotweed again.   Overall a solid ep for sure. 

Should mortgage companies really worry about Japanese Knotweed?

Gill Deacon and Paul Zammit take gardening questions about potato beetles, Japanese knotweed, container gardening, raccoons, tomato rot and more.

The arrival of Storm Hector during the week left many gardens damaged and this week Paraic advised on the best approach to bring flowering plants in particular back to full bloom. The Chelsea Chop technique was featured as a way of trimming back to maintain flowering and balance plants that are tall and top heavy. There was also advice on pruning and sealing damaged branches, sowing new lawns and treatment for Mare's Tail and Japanese Knotweed. Plants for graves were featured along with strawberries, sunflowers, sweet potatoes, echinacea and red penstomones. Questions this week included moving Rhodedendrons, sowing New Zealand Flax from seed, cutting back Montana Clematis and sowing Persian Roses for sloping banks.

The arrival of Storm Hector during the week left many gardens damaged and this week Paraic advised on the best approach to bring flowering plants in particular back to full bloom. The Chelsea Chop technique was featured as a way of trimming back to maintain flowering and balance plants that are tall and top heavy. There was also advice on pruning and sealing damaged branches, sowing new lawns and treatment for Mare's Tail and Japanese Knotweed. Plants for graves were featured along with strawberries, sunflowers, sweet potatoes, echinacea and red penstomones. Questions this week included moving Rhodedendrons, sowing New Zealand Flax from seed, cutting back Montana Clematis and sowing Persian Roses for sloping banks.

After a lengthy break from podcasting, we're back! This episode of the IWA Invasive Species Podcast features Jed and I (Graham) sitting down to cups of tea in front of a log fire to chat about Japanese knotweed and how to identify this invasive weed in winter. We also discuss the impact Japanese knotweed can have on property and land values. Be wary of buying land in winter as Japanese knotweed may not have been identified since it looks quite different at this time of year compared to the dense, green stands present in summer.

With Bloom in full swing Paraic reported on some of the interetsing gardens on show this year and gave tips on getting the most out of what's on offer for those visiting the event. With temperatures remaining bouyant the programme featured advice on spraying for blight and liquid feeding plants while Paraic focused on useful plants such as Aloe Vera and Scaredy Cat. Other topics covered this week inlcuded planting lilacs, pinching back tomatoes, vegetable and herb planting and tackling Japanese Knotweed. Listeners questions featured slipping carnations, flowers for sunny areas, repotting Yucca plants, growing and watering cucumbers and tidying up daffodils and other spring bulbs.

With Bloom in full swing Paraic reported on some of the interetsing gardens on show this year and gave tips on getting the most out of what's on offer for those visiting the event. With temperatures remaining bouyant the programme featured advice on spraying for blight and liquid feeding plants while Paraic focused on useful plants such as Aloe Vera and Scaredy Cat. Other topics covered this week inlcuded planting lilacs, pinching back tomatoes, vegetable and herb planting and tackling Japanese Knotweed. Listeners questions featured slipping carnations, flowers for sunny areas, repotting Yucca plants, growing and watering cucumbers and tidying up daffodils and other spring bulbs.

Invasive alien species from the cursed Signal Crayfish to the scourge of gardeners, the Japanese Knotweed, are considered some of the biggest threats to biodiversity. This year the EU has launched new legislation that attempts to limit their spread. But how big a threat are they to ecosystems? Science writer Fred Pearce author of The New Wild argues that ecologists are committed to protecting pristine environments from alien invaders, when we should be embracing the changing ecology that invasive species enable. Adam Rutherford discusses the conflicting approaches to invasive species with Fred Pearce and Dr Helen Roy - a scientist at the Centre for Ecology and Hydrology. Corals make up only 0.1% of the ocean floors, but account for up to a quarter of all marine life. A new exhibition at The Natural History Museum is showcasing some of the work of the Catlin Seaview Survey, which is compiling a huge pictorial health check of various reefs to act as a snapshot against which all future reef changes can be compared. We hear from Dr Ken Johnson, the Museum's main coral researcher, and Professor Ove Hoegh-Guldberg, - Chief Scientist for the Catlin Seaview Survey. There's a big gap in understanding the evolution of our brains. But experts, from geologists to computer scientists by way of marine biologists have recently been meeting at the Royal Society, for a symposium entitled 'Origin and Evolution of the Nervous System' to assess what evidence there is. Roland Pease reports. And we explore a new advance in virtual reality. Anil Seth, professor of Consciousness Studies at the Sackler Centre at Sussex University has been experimenting with our sense of self, and our experience of the world, by using a hi tech headset combined with 360 degree cameras to transport your whole experience to a different space. Virtual reality becomes "substitutional" reality'. Producer Adrian Washbourne.

How to identify Giant Hogweed, Himalayan Balsam & Japanese Knotweed in Spring. Lionfish- the problem affecting the coast of the USA. The Invasive Non Native Specialists Association Conference takes place on 24/03/15 in Manchester. Book now!

Episode 1 of the Invasive Species Podcast. The series is introduced and we take a quick look at Japanese knotweed and how to identify it.

Invasive species are plants and animals that are not from here but have been introduced and are thriving in the absence of their natural controls, to the detriment of our native species. Their impacts is especially notable in the Southern Appalachians, as they’re responsible for the loss of the American chestnut, the current decline of hemlock trees, and patches of kudzu across the region. Japanese knotweed is another.

This week in the Planet Earth Podcast, how hikers and walkers could be unwittingly changing the landscape by spreading alien species; what it's like to work as a marine biologist in the Arctic in temperatures of minus 40C; and exactly how stable is the West Antarctic Ice Sheet? Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

Audience numbers continue to grow for the Block Podcast and we are extremely happy with the reaction to Episode 2 and the feedback we have received via Twitter and email, please continue to tell us what you think of each episode and any suggestions you may have for the future. We are also keen to hear from anybody who would like to take part in future podcasts. Episode 3 of the Block Podcast was recorded on the Tuesday 27th September and we were delighted to welcome back some guests along with one new one - here are the participants: Evelyn Laurie, Principal, Red Marketing Fraser Duff, CEO Terrenus CDH John Stobbs, Director of Operations, Sap Service UK Also on the podcast we have Kenneth Martin, Managing Director, Block Architects and Gordon White, Managing Director, fatBuzz Ltd We covered lots of topics during our open and lively conversation and we hope that there's something in the podcast for you. To help you decide, we've listed some of the topics/questions that were asked and answered during the recording. We began by looking at marketing within the construction industry, here are some of the key topics: The need to be more focussed in today's market Do your existing clients know all of the services you provide? Target specific audiences for particular services Explore potential new markets by looking at things like changes in legislation Check that your business is geared up to chase potential new markets Are you engaging and making the most of your relationships? Is it relationships or price that really drives business? Are you humanising your organisation in order to encourage relationships? Is the construction industry making the best use of new technology such as Skype? We also explore the value of collaboration and the benefits of forming partnerships, how much you should publicly promote partnerships, whether partnerships can get help you tender for bigger projects and, whether architects still play the lead role on construction projects. We then move swiftly onto the subject of networking and explore the real value of networking events - can we really for lasting relationships from these meetings or, are they simply a hunting ground for salesmen? Finally, we discuss the Contaminated Land Regulations and the planned changes in the legislation. Along the way we discuss the following: The complexity of the current regulations Why we need different legislation in Scotland The Ravenscraig solution What defines contaminated land Is there a legal obligation for Local Authorities to request reports? The benefits and implications of assigning reports We also learn about the pearls of Japanese Knotweed, Giant Hogweed and Himalayan Balsam . Not content with that, Fraser explains why you don't want to get Newts on your boots!!! During the recording we also talked about the role of SEPA and issue an invitation to them to take part in a future podcast so, if you know someone from SEPA perhaps you can share this blog and the podcast with them. We hope you enjoy the discussion on this podcast and, if you would like to take part in a future episode please email Gordon White or Kenneth Martin for a chat. We would also like to get some feedback from you about the podcast and suggestions for topics you would like us to cover; you can either leave them as a comment here on the blog or, on our Facebook Page.

This week in the Planet Earth Podcast, how hikers and walkers could be unwittingly changing the landscape by spreading alien species; what it's like to work as a marine biologist in the Arctic in temperatures of minus 40C; and exactly how stable is the West Antarctic Ice Sheet?

This week in the Planet Earth Podcast, how hikers and walkers could be unwittingly changing the landscape by spreading alien species; what it's like to work as a marine biologist in the Arctic in temperatures of minus 40C; and exactly how stable is the West Antarctic Ice Sheet? Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists