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Deteriorating weed control and variable weather portends greater soybean yield losses in the future

Posted on April 12, 2022

Abstract Since the 1950’s much of the US soybean growing region has experienced rising temperatures, more variable rainfall, and increased  carbon emissions . These trends are predicted to continue throughout the 21st century. Variable weather and weed interference influence crop performance; however, … more »

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Need Help Identifying Weeds? WSSA Says There Are Apps for That!

Posted on April 4, 2022

WESTMINSTER, Colorado – April 4, 2022 – A cornerstone of any effective weed control program is finding and treating bothersome weeds before they become established and spread. Unless you are an expert, though, it can be hard to identify what … more »

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REMINDER: March 22nd and March 29th WSSA Webinars on NIFA Grant Programs!

Posted on March 16, 2022

WSSA is hosting a series of two free webinars on NIFA Grant Programs. The webinars will be on March 22 and 29, both at 3:00pm ET. These webinars will include four 10-minute presentations by NIFA National Program Leaders and National … more »

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WSSA Announces 2022 Awards for Outstanding Achievements in Weed Science

Posted on February 23, 2022

WESTMINSTER, Colorado – February 23, 2022 – This week the Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) honored nearly three dozen individuals for their outstanding contributions to the field of weed science. The awards were presented during the organization’s 62nd annual … more »

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New Green Herbicide Offers Hope Against a “Heartbreaking” Invasive Weed

Posted on February 7, 2022

WESTMINSTER, Colorado – February 7, 2022 – Crested floatingheart plants are a decidedly poor choice for Valentine’s Day, scientists with the Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) say. This showy ornamental is a native of Asia and a popular selection … more »

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February is National Pesticide Safety Education Month: Awareness and Resources are Fundamental to Safe Pesticide Handling and Use

Posted on January 31, 2022

WESTMINSTER, Colorado – January 31, 2022 – February is National Pesticide Safety Education Month, a time to review your pesticide safety practices. “There is no ‘downtime’ in the safe handling and use of pesticides,” notes Lee Van Wychen, Ph.D., Executive Director … more »

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Study Shows the Impact of Preemergent Herbicides on Native Plants

Posted on January 18, 2022

WESTMINSTER, Colorado – January 18, 2022 – Though invasive weeds can devastate native plant communities, a recent study featured in the journal Invasive Plant Science and Management shows that efforts to manage those weeds can also cause harm. In the arid rangelands of the western … more »

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Weed Science Societies Announce Further Details on Upcoming Joint Annual Meeting

Posted on January 10, 2022

WESTMINSTER, Colorado – January 10, 2022 – Today the Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) and the Canadian Weed Science Society (CWSS) announced details for their upcoming joint annual meeting, scheduled for February 21-24 in Vancouver, Canada. Four special symposia … more »

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Years of Effective Weed Control Required to Produce Prized Christmas Trees, WSSA Says

Posted on December 13, 2021

WESTMINSTER, Colorado – December 13, 2021 – Christmas trees are central to many a holiday celebration. But behind the scenes, it takes a multiyear effort to bring even a single tree to market, experts with the Weed Science Society of … more »

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Weed Science Societies Announce Annual Meetings

Posted on November 29, 2021

WESTMINSTER, Colorado – November 29, 2021 – Today the Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) and its regional affiliates announced plans for upcoming annual meetings – each designed to spotlight new innovations and best practices in weed control. First up … more »

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