| Don’t be tempted to use herbicides illegally in amenity situations |
It can be tempting to try and save money by using an agricultural herbicide in an amenity situation. However, the saving is insignificant when faced with prosecution for the illegal use of a pesticide product. The Code of Practice for Using Plant Protection Products states ‘Always use a product in line with its approved conditions of use.’ These conditions, including areas of use, are detailed on the product label. They are there to protect operators, bystanders, wildlife and the environment. Anyone using products that do not have the appropriate approvals, face prosecution. This can result in fines and in extreme cases, imprisonment. EU legislation and Best Practice requirements are tightening up the loop holes in pesticide usage and are safeguarding the future of the amenity pesticides industry. As an industry, if we mis-use pesticides, we run the risk of losing them. If we want to keep amenity pesticides, it is the responsibility of all professional users to comply with the specific approvals for products and not to use them in amenity areas unless they are specified on the label. Nomix Enviro supplies a complete range of herbicides, which all have specific approval for use in amenity and industrial situations. Your Nomix Enviro BASIS qualified Area Sales Manager can provide you with technical advice regarding which products are appropriate and legal to use for each specific situation. Please call us on 01264 388056, or email
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| We are pleased to launch our improved, state of the art low volume applicator, the Frontline Compact |
The upgraded Frontline Compact supersedes the Compact 700. Improvements include upgraded electronics, re-chargeable batteries delivering up to 35 hours’ spraying time per charge and wall hooks allowing safe storage. These enhancements make the Frontline Compact the most reliable and versatile small volume hand-held herbicide applicator. Business Development Manager for Nomix Enviro, Rachel Robbins comments; ‘The improvements that we’ve made will make weed control so much easier and more efficient for all users. The Frontline Compact is ready to use in minutes. Whether carrying out a follow up spot treatment or completing a site inspection, simply click in the ready to use 750ml cartridge, calibrate and start spraying, with no need for mixing or measuring.’ |
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| Nomix Enviro launches the Stem Master, for safe and effective control of invasive species |
The Nomix Stem Master is the ultimate stem injection system. Based on precision medical equipment, it delivers an accurate dose of herbicide directly into the stem of the weed. The herbicide is quickly absorbed by the plant and is translocated through the roots, giving effective control of notoriously difficult weeds such as Japanese Knotweed. There is no need to mix the herbicide with water and the needle guard helps prevent injury, making the Nomix Stem Master easy and safe to use. |
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| Nomix Dual gains approval for use on hard surfaces |
Nomix Dual, the unique low volume ready to use residual herbicide has now been approved for use on hard surfaces, including footpaths, roads, pavements and kerb edges. This makes it the only residual herbicide available today with approval for use on both hard and soft surfaces. This is excellent news for all amenity herbicide users, bringing benefits in terms of both resource management and compliance with new legislation. The use of Nomix Dual will save you time and money as its residual action reduces the number of herbicide applications required during the growing period. Nomix Dual delivers up to 6 months' control, combining the contact action of Glyphosate with the long lasting active Sulfosulfuron. Whilst the control of any visible weeds starts as soon as Nomix Dual is applied, the ongoing herbicidal action of Sulfosulfuron inhibits new growth. The safety of the general public, your operators and the environment is a key concern in amenity weed control today. The unique formulation of Nomix Dual provides a safer solution than many other herbicide systems, by reducing the risk of spray drift and ensuring no breathable droplets. In addition, hand held targeted weed control on hard surfaces reduces run-off and water pollution. Using Nomix Dual as part of the Total Droplet Control (TDC) system provides the peace of mind that you are totally compliant with all requirements of Best Practice and the Sustainable Use Directive. |
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