Duke of Gloucester Learns How Scientists Use Insects as Weedkillers

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The Duke of Gloucester learned how Wallingford scientists use tiny insects as weed killers to help farmers around the world.

The Duke visited not-for-profit organistation CABI on Friday.

Researchers showed him how they use sap-sucking insects to control Japanese Knotweed, which can undermine building foundations with its powerful roots.

He was also shown how scientists use rust fungus to control the spread of Himalayan Balsam, one of the UK's most invasive weeds.

More: Duke learns how scientists use insects as weedkillers (From Witney Gazette)

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