Industrial & Roadside Vegetation Management

Leuschner’s has been providing Industrial Vegetation Management services for over 50 years. We perform services for land owners, conservation authorities, right-of-ways, railways, highways, pipelines, hydro, and other industrial sites. Our work follows a practical, step-by-step IPM (Integrated Pest Management) approach focused on long-term control.

Assessment

We start by identifying problem vegetation, including species like Phragmites, and areas where growth is impacting infrastructure such as guide rails, safety, and surrounding ecosystems whether it be on land or water.

Planning

Next, we determine the right approach for the site based on conditions, timing, and the type of vegetation present.

Control Methods

We use a combination of proven IPM (Integrated Pest Management) control methods to get the desired results:

Mechanical control – mowing and cutting to manage growth and reduce biomass
Cultural control – promoting healthy, desirable vegetation to limit weed establishment
Chemical control – targeted herbicide applications for invasive and persistent species

Preventative control – pre and post-emergent treatments to stop spread and regrowth
Selective/manual control – cut-stump, basal bark, and spot treatments for precision work

Monitoring & Maintenance

We continue to monitor treated areas and adjust as needed to keep vegetation under control and prevent re-infestation.

Our goal is simple: to use the right method at the right time, keeping sites clear, safe, and manageable.

Invasive & Poisonous Plant Control

Exotic invasive plant species are those not native to the habitat in which they are causing harm to either the environment, economy or society (Environment Canada, 2004). Invasive species such as Phragmites, Japanese Knotweed and Dog-Strangling Vine are becoming increasingly prevalent in Ontario.

Poisonous plants – such as Giant Hogweed and Wild & Cow Parsnip were not previously recognized in Ontario’s noxious weed legislation. However, these plant species are increasingly prevalent in Ontario. Much like the more commonly known plant, Poison Ivy, they create risk for humans enjoying the use of outdoor spaces.

For decades, Leuschner’s, has been working in partnership with many local Government Agencies, including Townships, Municipalities, Ontario Government Ministries and Conservation Authorities throughout South Central Ontario to control the proliferation of hazardous and invasive plants. The objective is to minimize the risk of human exposure through the implementation of various abatement strategies and limit environmental impacts that these plant species can create.

As per the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, the intent of the Weed Control Act is:

To reduce the infestation of noxious weeds that negatively impact on the industries of agriculture and horticulture.
To reduce plant diseases by eliminating plant disease hosts such as common barberry and European Buckthorn.
To reduce health hazards to livestock caused by poisonous plants.

What is a noxious weed?

In general terms the definition of noxious is: Harmful to living things; injurious to health. In Ontario, 24 weeds are considered noxious under the Weed Control Act.

“Every person in possession of land shall destroy all noxious weeds on it. R.S.O. 1990, c. W.5, s. 3.”

It is extremely important to remove toxic weeds, as many pose a health hazard to humans and animals. In some cases severe burning or blindness can occur.

If you are unsure of the types of weeds on your property, you can arrange a consultation with us, we will advise you on the appropriate safety and control methods required.

Bull Thistle
Canada Thistle
Colt’s Foot
Common Barberry
Common Crupina
Cypress Spurge
Dodder
European Buckthorn

Giant Hogweed
Jointed Goatgrass
Knapweed
Kudzu
Leafy Spurge
Milkweed
Poison Hemlock
Poison Ivy

Ragweed
Serrated Tussock
Smooth Bedstraw
Sow Thistle
Tanay Ragwort
Wild Chervil
Wild Parsnip
Woolly Cupgrass

Field Cutting

Field Cutting or Rough Cutting is the process of mowing down or destroying tall grasses and weed growth.

We perform this service on virtually any size property from residential lots to large acreage plots to road sides and Hydro Corridors.

We use large agricultural tractors with heavy duty rotary and flail mowers wherever possible. Smaller tractors, even walk behind brush cutters and string trimmers are used on smaller areas or areas where the terrain is difficult to manage.

Our Client list includes private land owners, several Municipalities, Land Developers and Hydro Commissions.

Call us today for a free, no obligation quote! You can also email us on our contact page.

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