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The North American Invasive Species Management Association (NAISMA) is the largest organization dedicated to protecting North America’s natural heritage from the threat of invasive species.
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Know Your Invasives: Ventenata dubia
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

Join Us at the 31st NAISMA Annual Conference
The 31st annual North American Invasive Species Management Association (NAISMA) conference is set to take place in Lincoln, Nebraska, from October 16-19, 2023. We look forward to co-hosting this event

2023 NISAW Recap
National Invasive Species Awareness Week (NISAW) 2023 was a grand success! From a full week of webinars to social media outreach, and over a thousand letters sent to Congress, we

Everything You Need to Know about NISAW 2023!
The Annual National Invasive Species Awareness Week (NISAW) is less than one week away! What is NISAW? NISAW is a nationwide event to raise awareness about invasive species, the threat

National Invasive Species Awareness Week Encourages Education, Advocacy, and Action to Stop the Spread of Invasive Species — February 20 – 26, 2023
Do your part to engage the public and elected officials about protecting natural habitats by stopping the spread of invasive species. MONONA, WI – The North American Invasive Species Management

Classical Biocontrol Committee Year-End Review
The NAISMA Classical Biocontrol Committee (CBC) was created to support government officials in establishing and updating biological control standards. Now, the CBC’s vision is to be the central hub for

Join us for NAISMA’s Third-Annual Weed Biocontrol Summit
The North American Invasive Species Management Association (NAISMA) will hold its third-annual virtual Weed Biocontrol Summit on December 1, 2022, on Zoom from 11 a.m.-3 p.m CT. The summit is

NAISMA Announces 2022 NAISMA Annual Award Recipients
The North American Invasive Species Management Association (NAISMA) announced the recipients of the 2022 NAISMA Annual Awards. The awards seek to recognize individuals and organizations that have gone above and

Classical Weed Biocontrol Factsheets Released for Landowners and Weed Managers
Peer-reviewed factsheets for 15 weed systems are available now.

2022 NAISMA Board Member Recruitment
Are you looking for an opportunity to donate your time, talent, and passion to protect biodiversity? Consider joining the board of the North American Invasive Species Management Association!

How do you manage invasive species on roadways? Start with Right-of-Way Managers.
Partnership and outreach that helped Door County Invasive Species Team communicate with right-of-way managers in the county’s highway department.

The Road Ahead
A farewell message from NAISMA’s outgoing executive director Belle Bergner: “The road ahead requires you.”
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Christie Trifone Millhouse
Executive Director