Oskars Mezhniyeks has spent eight years trying to stop the spread of giant hogweed, an invasive toxic weed, advancing on land surrounding his home in Latvia. The sap can cause severe blistering if ...

Giant hogweed is an invasive weed originating from Asia which was introduced to Britain in the 19th century and ran rampant in the wild. It can be found all over the UK, but particularly near ...

“Never touch it.” Ford was talking about giant hogweed, an invasive plant species found in Pennsylvania, including locally. The plant, which is toxic to humans, has been the focal point of num ...

Giant hogweed hit the news for hospitalising two boys last week. It’s seriously dangerous if handled with bare hands and the burns caused by the chemicals in the sap, known as furocoumarins, may ...

April is the best time to destroy giant hogweed before it grows too, well, giant, and Brant County landowners will play a pivotal role in fighting the invasive species, according to a local ...