North American Invasive Species Management Association Media
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.
Latest News & Articles

Invasive Species News and Research, November 2021
Major policy progress for both aquatic and terrestrial invasive species. Indigenous knowledge and conservation. These invasive species articles help keep you up to date on the latest research and news.

December 2: Classical Weed Biocontrol Summit: Highlighting and Fostering International Collaborations that Enhance Weed Biocontrol in North America
Press release on our free, virtual summit.

Engaging Volunteers in Invasive Species Management
Invasives Task Force of The Woodlands started with 40 volunteers in 2018. Here’s how they tripled their volunteer force and are making their community better.

Invasive Species News and Research, October 2021
Climate change, invasive species, and development. Crayfish and eDNA. The true cost of mussel management final report.

NAISMA supports the Recovering America’s Wildlife Act of 2021
NAISMA encourages prioritization of RAWA funds to prevent and manage invasive species on public lands and waters.

Transboundary Cooperation at the NAISMA Annual Conference
With ecosystems under threat from invasive species, managers can choose to either go it alone or form partnerships that transcend jurisdictional boundaries.

Invasive Species News and Research, September 2021
Programs in the U.S. and Canada prevent spread and expand operations. Aquatic and wetland invasive plants in the spotlight.

Wednesday Happy Hour: Happy Pets for Conversation
After you see Working Dogs for Conservation at work, bring your pets to our happy hour to show us YOUR animal’s favorite tricks!

Tuesday Happy Hour: Invasive Species Cocktail-Making and Recipe Swap
We can’t gather in person. But we CAN share some experiences that include all five senses! Come to these social hours during the 2021 Annual Conference.

Invasive Species News and Research, August 2021
Militaristic messaging isn’t as effective as we thought. Researchers turn to biocontrol and genetic modification for hard-to-manage species. This and more from the invasive species news headlines.

Invasive Plant Management in 10 Conference Sessions
Is preventing and managing invasive plants part of your job? Here are just some of the NAISMA conference sessions on invasive plant management.

2021 NAISMA Annual Conference Goes Virtual September 27th-30th
NAISMA staff, board of directors, co-host MISC, and the conference planning committee will be adding more resources and fun activities to the virtual conference.
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