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Lanzarta receives full UK approval for forest nursery and in-forest use

June 3, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Lanzarta receives full UK approval for forest nursery and in-forest use Agrovista Amenity is pleased to confirm that Lanzarta has now received full registration approval in the UK for both forest nursery and in-forest use, providing forestry professionals with a complete two-stage strategy for controlling large pine weevil (Hylobius abietis). Lanzarta is an insecticide specifically […]

Technology specialist Alex Thorneycroft Taylor joins Kress UK

June 3, 2026/in News, People, Press Release/by Admin

Technology specialist Alex Thorneycroft Taylor joins Kress UK Kress UK has strengthened its commercial team with the appointment of Alex Thorneycroft Taylor as Business Development Manager, bringing with him more than two decades of experience in precision technology, customer support, and business development. Alex’s career began in 1999 working with GPS technology during its early […]

Lanzarta receives full UK approval for forest nursery and in-forest use

June 3, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Technology specialist Alex Thorneycroft Taylor joins Kress UK

June 3, 2026/in News, People, Press Release/by Admin

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Lanzarta receives full UK approval for forest nursery and in-forest use

June 3, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Lanzarta receives full UK approval for forest nursery and in-forest use

Agrovista Amenity is pleased to confirm that Lanzarta has now received full registration approval in the UK for both forest nursery and in-forest use, providing forestry professionals with a complete two-stage strategy for controlling large pine weevil (Hylobius abietis).

Lanzarta receives full UK approval for forest nursery and in-forest use

Lanzarta is an insecticide specifically developed for the control of large pine weevil, one of the most destructive pests affecting UK forestry. The pest can cause significant damage to newly planted conifer trees, particularly pine and spruce, during the first five years after planting or restocking. Adult beetles feed on the bark of young trees, often girdling the stem and ultimately killing the plant. On heavily affected sites, between 50 and 100 percent of newly planted conifers can be destroyed.

The new approval allows Lanzarta to be used both as a nursery pre-treatment and as a post-transplant forest application, delivering flexible and long-lasting protection throughout the establishment phase of young trees.

In nurseries, treatments are applied in a closed cabinet, helping to protect saplings during their most vulnerable stage. Once transplanted into the forest, supplementary applications can be made using handheld equipment such as knapsack sprayers to target later-emerging weevil generations. Trees can be treated once in the nursery and up to two times in their final planted positions, with a maximum of three applications per plant.

Lanzarta contains 190g/l chlorantraniliprole, a Group 28 insecticide which controls large pine weevil following ingestion of the active substance. The quick-drying SC liquid formulation binds strongly to tree bark, helping to prevent rain wash-off while ensuring residual, long-lasting protection.

For best results, insect activity should be monitored carefully to ensure accurate application timing.

The approval is particularly significant for the UK forestry sector, where Sitka spruce remains highly susceptible to large pine weevil damage. With approximately 35 million Sitka spruce trees planted annually, accounting for around 50 percent of the UK’s £2 billion forestry industry, effective protection during establishment is critical.

By reducing losses from weevil damage, Lanzarta can help lower restocking costs, improve establishment success, and support the development of healthier, more consistent woodland stands.

In addition to its proven efficacy, chlorantraniliprole offers a positive toxicological and environmental profile for non-target organisms and only affects pests feeding on treated plants.

Lanzarta is approved for use in ornamental plant production, including forest nurseries, as well as commercial forestry, amenity woodland, conservation areas, and landscaping projects, giving growers and forestry managers a robust new tool in the fight against large pine weevil.

For more information about Agrovista UK, visit https://amenity.agrovista.co.uk/

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Technology specialist Alex Thorneycroft Taylor joins Kress UK

June 3, 2026/in News, People, Press Release/by Admin

Technology specialist Alex Thorneycroft Taylor joins Kress UK

Kress UK has strengthened its commercial team with the appointment of Alex Thorneycroft Taylor as Business Development Manager, bringing with him more than two decades of experience in precision technology, customer support, and business development.

Technology specialist Alex Thorneycroft Taylor joins Kress UK

Alex’s career began in 1999 working with GPS technology during its early adoption within the agricultural sector. Since then, he has built extensive experience across multiple industries, developing a strong understanding of how technology can help businesses improve efficiency, productivity, and sustainability.

More recently, Alex worked within the John Deere dealership network before joining PGX Trimble, a leading supplier of precision GPS technology. In that role, he focused heavily on sports turf applications, working with Premier League clubs including Liverpool, Bournemouth and Southampton to implement retrofit steering and guidance solutions.

In his new position with Kress UK, Alex will be responsible for supporting and developing the company’s dealer network across the South East, while helping to drive new business opportunities and showcase Kress’s growing portfolio of autonomous and battery-powered technologies.

“My biggest attraction to Kress was the drive and ambition behind the business,” said Alex.

“The company is constantly looking ahead, investing in sustainable technology and autonomous solutions, while maintaining a very close relationship with both its dealers and customers.

“There’s a genuine desire to stay one step ahead and continually improve, and that really appealed to me.”

Alex’s day-to-day role will involve working closely with dealers and end users, supporting demonstrations, installations and customer engagement activities, while helping customers understand how Kress technology can address some of the key challenges facing the industry.

“What excites me most is the opportunity to build on the fantastic work already being done with our dealer network,” he said. “Battery-powered technology and autonomous equipment are creating huge opportunities for customers to reduce carbon emissions, improve efficiency and address ongoing labour challenges.

“We want to continue showcasing what’s possible and help organisations understand how these technologies can support their long-term goals.”

Having worked with technology throughout his career, Alex believes Kress is well positioned to help shape the future of the sector.

“People often talk about autonomy as if it’s something that’s coming in the future, but in reality, it’s already here,” he said. “The technology is proven, it’s delivering results, and we’re seeing more and more organisations embracing it.

“At the same time, businesses are placing greater emphasis on sustainability, carbon reduction and employee wellbeing. Kress is in a strong position because its solutions directly support many of those objectives.”

With a strong background in customer relations and a lifelong interest in technology, Alex is looking forward to helping customers unlock the full potential of autonomous and battery-powered equipment.

Outside of work, Alex is actively involved in grassroots cricket, coaching young players aged eight to fifteen and supporting ECB Dynamos and All Stars programmes. He also assists with his wife’s successful dog training business.

As he begins his new role, Alex is keen to connect with customers, dealers and industry professionals across the region.

“The biggest thing for me is communication,” he said. “Pick up the phone, get in touch and have a conversation. I’m always happy to talk, always happy to help, and I’m looking forward to building relationships throughout the industry.”

For more information, please visit https://www.kress.com/en-gb/

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Lanzarta receives full UK approval for forest nursery and in-forest use

Technology specialist Alex Thorneycroft Taylor joins Kress UK

Lanzarta receives full UK approval for forest nursery and in-forest use

Technology specialist Alex Thorneycroft Taylor joins Kress UK

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Lanzarta receives full UK approval for forest nursery and in-forest use

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