WT Martin Mere Wetland Centre in Lancashire is using the Cardley-Wave machine to eradicate aquatic non-native weeds from its wetlands, while protecting its native wildlife.
The machine sprays a targeted jet of hot water â a bit like a carpet cleaner â which can also be used to kill individual weeds. Unlike chemical-based weed killers, there is no danger of other wetland plants and
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