Eradication program has reduced infested U.S. acres by more than 99 percent

For the past 50 years, areas near the border between North and South Carolina have been ground zero for a fierce battle in the war against a devastating weed.

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“Spotters,” wick wipers and other techniques play vital role

Harvest is now underway for the colorful cranberries that herald the holiday season and grace dinner tables around the country.

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What is the most critical problem facing today’s organic grower? The USDA’s Invasive Weed Management Unit says the answer is weeds. They rob fields of moisture,

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Early bird registration now available for February 7-10 event in Portland, Oregon

Early bird registration is now open for the 51st annual meeting of the Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) – an event that will focus on the latest developments in weed control research and management practices in agronomic,

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The Center for Integrated Pest Management (CIPM) has announced the launch of a new Pesticide Environmental Stewardship (PES) website. The site (http://pesticidestewardship.org) is designed for anyone who applies,

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Scientists recommend that you learn to identify and avoid plants that produce dangerous toxins. Your life may depend on it! Earlier this year a woman in Washington State died from suspected hemlock poisoning after gathering the leafy green weed and using it on a salad. Unfortunately her death wasn’t an isolated occurrence. Each year dozens of people die or are sickened by weeds they didn’t know would cause them harm.

University enrollment in crop sciences declines despite a growing demand for talent

While the U.S. job market remains in the doldrums in the wake of one of the deepest recessions in history,

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Virtually all weed-related programs cut from USDA-NIFA budget

May 12, 2010 — Today the Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) announced it has issued a strong appeal to the U.S.

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Cross-border efforts to manage North America’s invasive plants and weeds will be the focus of an upcoming Weeds Across Borders conference scheduled for June 1-4 at the National Conservation Training Center in Shepherdstown,

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Researchers, manufacturers, farmers and applicators collaborate to control drift

Researchers today are transforming weed control with new precision tools and application techniques that can keep herbicides precisely where they belong.

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Nearly two dozen individuals from academia, government and private industry were honored recently by the Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) for outstanding contributions to the field of weed science.

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Scientist Jodie Holt brings her knowledge of invasive plants and weeds to the blockbuster Avatar

Scientist Jodie Holt typically spends her days researching thistles and other invasive weeds that can play havoc on planet Earth.

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Hundreds of government officials, growers, agricultural researchers and extension personnel gathered recently to make decisions that will impact the quality and quantity of the fruits and vegetables on our tables and the ornamental plants that beautify our landscapes.

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– Researchers say cost-competitive management techniques can slow weed resistance to the herbicide and improve crop yields

Glyphosate is the most widely used herbicide in the nation and a mainstay of weed control for both farmers and homeowners.

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– Many thought-provoking topics to be explored during joint annual meeting of Weed Science and Rangeland Management Societies

Can the same robotic technologies used in manufacturing,

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– January 10-14 summit focuses on minimizing the impacts of harmful, nonnative species in a “green” economy

A coalition of public and private scientists,

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– 85 students from 11 universities compete for “Golden Hoe” award

Can you name that leafy weed overrunning your perennial bed or crowding out the fall crops in your vegetable garden?

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– Integrated control techniques used to reclaim the plant’s natural habitat

The western prairie fringed orchid (Platanthera praeclara) is a delicate wildflower that has been teetering on the brink of extinction.

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– Environmental teams tackle the invasive plants and weeds that impede flood control during massive storms

When a hurricane roars inland,

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February 8-11 event in Denver to focus on our nation’s
“working landscapes”

Interior Secretary Ken Salazar is expected to address the upcoming joint annual meeting of two leading scientific societies – the Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) and the Society for Range Management (SRM).

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Saltcedar (Tamarix spp.) is an invasive plant that is crowding out native vegetation and dominating the shorelines of southwestern rivers and streams.

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Container-grown ornamentals are a staple of the nursery industry and give homeowners a quick way to incorporate established plants into backyard gardens and landscapes. But without proper management, they also can serve as a superhighway for the spread of weeds.

During a recent fact-finding tour of aquatic ecosystems in southern Florida, officials from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) got an up-close look at how integrated weed management techniques are helping to control invasive weeds in lakes and wetlands. The three-day site visit was organized by scientists, engineers and educators from a variety of public and private organizations, including the Weed Science Society of America (WSSA).

As a graduate student and instructor at the University of Illinois, Ellery Knake was fascinated with weeds. He was determined to understand their impact on crops and to explore new control techniques to benefit farmers. When he died recently at age 81, Dr. Knake left behind a body of work that has made a lasting impact on both agriculture and weed science around the globe.

Home gardeners are out in full force this spring tending to lawns, gardens and flower beds. But most of us will find it's not all smooth sailing. Inevitably we will need to battle persistent weeds that rob nutrients and moisture from our prized plantings. University of Idaho weed scientist Don Morishita says homeowners can benefit from what professional farmers have known for years: an "integrated" weed management plan is best.