• Cotton Growers Still Searching for Viable Solutions in Battle against Herbicide Resistance
  

  For nearly a decade, cotton growers have been battling to save crops from the ravages of glyphosate-resistant Palmer amaranth (Amaranthus palmeri).  Though in many ways they are finally gaining the upper hand, an expert with the Weed Science Society of … more »

• WSSA 2014 Meeting Program in Now Online
  

  The final program for the upcoming joint annual meeting between the Weed Science Society of America and the Canadian Weed Science Society is now available online. The program can be accessed in the following link – >> WSSA 2014 program … more »

• WSSA 2014 Meeting Earlybird Registration Deadline is December 9
  

  The deadline for the Early Bird registration rate (i.e. – the cheapest!) is December 9th, 2013.  You can register online in the Meetings section of the WSSA website (http://wssa.net/meeting/annual-meeting/).  Also available on the website is a fillable/printable registration form if you … more »

• WSSA Committee Signup
  

  Thanks to those that have already volunteered to serve on WSSA committees for next year.   If you haven’t volunteered already, please consider volunteering by going to the website address listed below. WSSA committees are very critical to the success of our … more »

• WSSA Undergraduate Research Award Deadline Extended to Dec 15
  

  The Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) has developed an Undergraduate Student Research Grant program designed to encourage and involve exceptional undergraduates in agricultural research. Interested faculty members are encouraged to identify potential award candidates and discuss the possibility of … more »

• What Happens When Weed Killers Stop Killing?
  

  Excerpt from a recent science magazine article: Farmers in the United States are heading for a crisis. In parts of the country, weeds resistant to the world’s most popular herbicide, glyphosate, now grow in the vast majority of soybean, cotton, and … more »

• News Article on ‘War Against Weeds Down Under’
  

  Read the news article published in the August issue of the journal ‘Science’ on The War Against Weeds Down Under, a story covering the works of Prof. Stephen Powles in the field of herbicide resistance management. To access the news … more »

• Nature news article on Genetically Modified Crops Pass Benefits to Weeds
  

  Read the recent news article published in the journal ‘Nature’ on Genetically Modified Crops Pass Benefits to Weeds. The article highlights research evidence that herbicide resistance could confer an advantage on plants in the wild. To access the news report, … more »

• WSSA Pesticide Stewardship Series 01- Safety Begins at the Point of Sale
• WSSA Pesticide Stewardship Series 02- The Buyer Has Important Responsibilities
• WSSA Pesticide Stewardship Series 03- Hiring a Pest Management Professional
• WSSA Pesticide Stewardship Series 04- The Importance of Reading the Pesticide Label
• WSSA Pesticide Stewardship Series 05- Restricted Use Pesticides Require an Extra Level of Care
• WSSA Pesticide Stewardship Series 06- Certification Programs Fulfill an Essential Need for Competent Pesticide Applicators
• WSSA Pesticide Stewardship Series 07- Always Be Diligent Concerning Personal Protective Equipment
• WSSA Pesticide Stewardship Series 08- Employers Play a Central Role in Protecting Agricultural Workers and Pesticide Handlers
• WSSA Pesticide Stewardship Series 09- Preparation and Oversight are Vital When Storing a Pesticide
• WSSA Pesticide Stewardship Series 10- The Applicator Must Ensure that Pesticide Spray Drift Does No Harm
• WSSA Pesticide Stewardship Series 11- Proper Disposal of Pesticides Extends Far Beyond the Container

The WSSA, a non-profit professional society, promotes research, education, and extension outreach activities related to weeds; provides science-based information to the public and policy makers; and fosters awareness of weeds and their impacts on managed and natural ecosystems. Learn more about the WSSA.