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National Invasive Species Awareness Week 2026 Highlights Need to “Defend Our Health by Stopping the Spread”

The North American Invasive Species Management Association (NAISMA) successfully concluded National Invasive Species Awareness Week (NISAW) 2026, bringing together policymakers, federal agencies, researchers, industry leaders,

March 6, 2026

Feral Swine Management in North America: Impacts, Coordination, and Reporting

Feral swine, also referred to as wild pigs, wild boar, or feral hogs, are among the most destructive invasive mammals in North America.

March 3, 2026

Kudzu: The “Vine That Ate the South”

Introduced from Asia in the late 1800s, kudzu was once promoted for erosion control and livestock forage.

March 1, 2026

Invasive Carp in North America: Threats, Impacts, and Management

Invasive carp, particularly a group of species previously known as Asian carp, have become one of the most significant threats to freshwater ecosystems in North

February 3, 2026

Echinopsis pachanoi, the San Pedro Cactus: Biology, Cultural History, and Environmental Considerations

The Echinopsis pachanoi, or San Pedro Cactus, is a fast-growing columnar cactus native to the Andean regions of South America. Recognized for its tall green

February 3, 2026

Hydrilla in North America: Managing One of the Most Persistent Aquatic Invaders

Hydrilla (Hydrilla verticillata) is one of the most aggressive aquatic invasive plants in North America.

January 1, 2026

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