In the quiet depths of our North American waters, a silent invasion is taking place—one that poses a severe threat to the delicate balance of our aquatic ecosystems. The culprit?
We are delighted to share the resounding success of the recent Invasive Species Caucus e-briefing held on Tuesday, February 27th, at 4:00 PM Eastern. Hosted in collaboration with the North
In the conservation of our ecosystems, knowledge is power. As we stand on the precipice of another National Invasive Species Awareness Week (NISAW), it’s time to rally together and amplify
The USDA Forest Service, in collaboration with NAISMA and the National Association of State Foresters, unveils the First National Forum on Biological Control. Set against the historic backdrop of Annapolis, MD, at the Graduate Hotel, this event promises to be a groundbreaking convergence of biocontrol practitioners, researchers, and policymakers.
Registration numbers soar as invasive species professionals are eager to learn more about this important tool for the management of invasive plants in North America. We are excited to announce
The process of adding a species to the list begins with a designated authority submitting a petition and risk assessment to the Weed Free Products Program Committee Co-Chairs. This petition details the species’ potential and/or impacts to natural ecosystems.
The North American Invasive Species Management Association (NAISMA) will hold its fourth-annual virtual Weed Biocontrol Summit on December 7, 2023, on Zoom from 11 a.m.-3 p.m CT. The summit is
NAISMA’s mission is to empower invasive species management in North America. The Certified Weed Free Products (WFP) Program plays a pivotal role in achieving this mission by establishing coordinated and
In 2021, the Mana Road fire on Hawaiʻi Island burned 42,000 acres and is currently considered the largest wildfire crisis in Hawai’i. The fire was fueled by non-native grasslands. This
In our interconnected world, the introduction of non-native species can have far-reaching consequences for the environment. One such invader that demands our attention is Ventenata dubia, commonly known as ventenata
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