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| Dec 9, 2024 | Machine-Vision Technology Shows Promise to Reduce Herbicide Use | Weed Science Society of America
Farmers and land-managers seeking to reduce their herbicide applications now have another promising option via machine-vision technology. That's the summary from a recently published research article in Weed ... |
| Dec 6, 2024 | Weed Scientists to Share New Research Findings at Upcoming Meetings | Weed Science Society of America
Three regional affiliates of the Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) are meeting in December and January to share new research findings. The meetings will feature keynote speakers, educational symposia and... |
| Oct 31, 2024 | WSSA Empowers Endangered Species Act Training and Webinar | Weed Science Society of America
During September in Wisconsin, the Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) and the National Alliance of Independent Crop Consultants (NAICC) hosted the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), U.S. Fish and Wild... |
| Oct 17, 2024 | GROW Releases New Herbicide Resistance Resource for the Industry | How to Manage Herbicide Resistance with IWM
GROW (Getting Rid of Weeds) is a public network of weed scientists who are working to help farmers stem this epidemic by diversifying their weed management strategies with non-chemical weed contro... |
| Oct 16, 2024 | Turning Invasive Trees into Edible Gold: A New Approach to Mushroom Farming | In the battle against invasive species, a new ally has emerged: mushrooms. Recent research reveals that logs from invasive trees can be transformed into a lucrative crop. This innovative approach not only combats environmental challenges bu... |
| Oct 15, 2024 | Mushroom Production Shows Promise with Invasive-Species Tree Logs | Shiitake mushrooms on Chinese tallowtree
An article in the latest issue of Invasive Plant Science and Management provides new insights on the varying potential for using invasive tree logs to grow edible, marketable mushrooms.
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| Oct 10, 2024 | Bridging Gaps: The Rise of Strategic Weed Management and Inclusive Venture Capital | In the world of agriculture, the battle against weeds is relentless. Farmers face a constant struggle to keep their fields clean and productive. The changing seasons bring new challenges, but with the right strategies, they can turn the tid... |
| Oct 8, 2024 | Post-Harvest Weed Control Helps Minimize Spring Weed Emergence | Fall weed control can pay big dividends as soon as next spring, says Greg Dahl, Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) president. He urges farmers and land managers to check with local weed control experts, Extension specialists and/or WSSA... |
| Sep 18, 2024 | Navigating New Regulations: The Future of Refrigeration and Herbicide Use in the U.S. | In the world of regulations, change is the only constant. The U.S. is witnessing a seismic shift in two critical sectors: refrigeration and herbicide use. These changes are not just bureaucratic updates; they are lifelines for the environme... |
| Sep 12, 2024 | WSSA Commends EPA and its Final Herbicide Strategy for Endangered Species Act Compliance | Weed Science Society of America
The Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) applauds the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for adding drift reduction adjuvants (DRAs) to the agency's approved mitigation options for Endangered Species Act... |
| Sep 5, 2024 | Innovations in Sustainability: A Dual Approach to Climate Challenges | In the battle against climate change, two significant developments have emerged, showcasing the power of innovation and research. One focuses on agriculture, while the other revolutionizes energy efficiency. Together, they paint a hopeful p... |
| Sep 4, 2024 | WSSA Member Scientist Receives $10 million Grant for Climate-Smart Cotton Research | Weed Science Society of America
The Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) applauds its member-scientist and Texas A&M University Agronomy Professor, Muthukumar Bagavathiannan, Ph.D., for a recent $10 million coordinated agricultural pr... |
| Jul 30, 2024 | WSSA Requests EPA Approval of Drift Reduction Adjuvants for Endangered Species Act Compliance | Weed Science Society of America
The Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) continues to encourage the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to add drift reduction adjuvants (DRAs) to the agency's approved mitigation options for Endangered S... |
| Jun 20, 2024 | WSSA Celebrates Dr. Scott Senseman's Selection as AAAS Fellow | Weed Science Society of America
The Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) celebrates Scott Senseman, Ph.D., associate vice president, Oklahoma Agricultural Experiment Station, for the prestigious recognition bestowed on him recently as an ... |
| Jun 11, 2024 | Innovative Approach Aims to Control Turf Grass Weeds and Golf Ball Roll | Weed Science Society of America
A Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) member scientist, Shawn Askew, Ph.D., and Virginia Tech professor is developing novel ways to control weeds on turf grass and improve golf ball roll on greens. This to... |
| Jun 5, 2024 | Diflufenican Proves Promising to Control Herbicide-Resistant Waterhemp | Weed Science Society of America
Diflufenican, a new mode of action herbicide for preemergence use in corn, demonstrates effectiveness as an integrated weed management strategy for multiple-herbicide resistant (MHP) waterhemp (Amaranthus tub... |
| May 22, 2024 | Sterile Pollen Technique Shows Promise for Palmer Amaranth Weed Control | Weed Science Society of America
Palmer amaranth remains among the most detrimental weeds in North American agriculture, and its resistance to several herbicide groups makes its control a serious challenge. Recently published research in the... |
| May 15, 2024 | WSSA Survey Identifies Gap Between Research Priorities and Skillsets | Weed Science Society of America
Technical competencies among weed scientists will likely need to expand quickly to accomplish future research priorities, according to recent results from a Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) online surve... |
| May 9, 2024 | WSSA Member Scientist Honored as an American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Fellow | Weed Science Society of America
The Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) celebrates a prestigious honor bestowed recently on one of its longtime members, Martin (Marty) Williams, Ph.D., a research ecologist for the U.S. Department of Agri... |
| May 7, 2024 | Aquatic Weed Among 'World's Worst' Expands in Northeastern US | Weed Science Society of America
An article in the latest issue of Invasive Plant Science and Management provides new insights on a northern hydrilla (Hydrilla verticillata) subspecies lithuanica) and its establishment outside the Connecticu... |
| Apr 25, 2024 | WSSA Applauds Endangered Species Herbicide Strategy Update | Weed Science Society of America
The latest updates to a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) herbicide strategy is a win for endangered species and for farmers, crop consultants and other land managers, according to a Weed Science Soc... |
| Apr 11, 2024 | Early Weed Control Vital to Crop and Land Management Success | Weed Science Society of America
Farmers and land managers need to prioritize weed control early to optimize outcomes. Early weed control helps boost efficiency and sustainability by requiring fewer resources to manage weeds. If timed right,... |
| Apr 9, 2024 | International Weed Genomics Consortium Celebrates Three Years of Achievements | Weed Science Society of America
Since its founding in April, 2021, the International Weed Genomics Consortium (IWGC) has been steadily advancing weed science via collaboration. These advancements include weed species genome sequencing, asse... |
| Mar 20, 2024 | Study Shines Light on Drill-interseeded Cover Crops in Corn | Weed Science Society of America
Recently published research in the journal Weed Science highlights potential best practices for drill-interseeding cover crops into corn in Northeast U.S. production regions. While drill-interseeding is emerg... |
| Feb 21, 2024 | Hydrothermal Model Predicts Russian Thistle Seedling Emergence | Weed Science Society of America
Recently published research in the journal Weed Science highlights the first predictive model to use hydrothermal time (HTT) unit data to predict Russian thistle (Salsola tragus) seedling emergence in the Pac... |
| Feb 9, 2024 | Climate Change to Bring Invasive Weeds to mid-Atlantic and northeastern U.S. States | Weed Science Society of America
A Weed Science Society of America research summary identifies most likely high-impact, range-shifting Invasive plants coming to the Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern U.S. Climate change may soon shift where invas... |
| Sep 25, 2023 | Why Growers May Lose Herbicide Options Due to EPA's Strategy for Endangered Species Act Compliance | Weed Science Society of America
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) development of an updated Endangered Species Act (ESA) workplan could cause growers to lose herbicide options. The Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) encou... |
| Jul 10, 2023 | Aquatic Plant Management Society (APMS) will hold its 2023 annual meeting on July 24-27 | WSSA
WESTMINSTER, Colo. (PRWEB) July 10, 2023
The Aquatic Plant Management Society (APMS) will hold its 2023 annual meeting July 24-27 in Indianapolis, Indiana. APMS is an affiliate of the Weed Science Society of America (WSSA), which will ... |
| Jun 29, 2023 | Survey of Crop Advisors Highlights Barriers to the Effective Management of Herbicide-Resistant Weeds | “Certified crop advisors are in a unique position to see what works, what doesn’t and what barriers need to be overcome,” Katherine Dentzman, Ph.D., of Iowa State University, who is a member of the WSSA Herbicide Resistance Education Commit... |
| May 1, 2023 | Weed Scientists from Across the Nation Recognized by Peers | “These are individuals who have advanced weed science through innovation, research, teaching, publishing and outreach,” says Carroll Moseley, Ph.D., president of WSSA. “We are delighted to honor them both for their commitment and their impa... |
| Apr 4, 2023 | WSSA Encourages Growers to Act Now to Understand the Impact of EPA’s Endangered Species Act Compliance Initiatives | “The EPA’s reregistration of Enlist One and Enlist Duo herbicides provided updated product labels including new application timing requirements designed to reduce impacts on threatened and endangered species and their critical habitats.,” s... |
| Feb 8, 2023 | WSSA Announces 2023 Awards for Outstanding Achievements in Weed Science | WESTMINSTER, Colo. (PRWEB) February 08, 2023
The Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) recently honored nearly two dozen individuals for their outstanding contributions to the field of weed science. The awards were presented during the org... |
| Jan 31, 2023 | National Pesticide Safety Education Month Focuses on Resources and Education to Support Safe Pesticide Handling and Use | “It is important for each of us to focus on safety to protect ourselves, others and the environment during pesticide transport, storage, application and disposal," says Lee Van Wychen, Ph.D., executive director of science policy for th... |
| Jan 9, 2023 | Weed Science Societies Share Information-Packed Agenda for Upcoming Joint Annual Meeting | WESTMINSTER, Colo. (PRWEB) January 09, 2023
Today the Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) announced details of its upcoming joint annual meeting with the Northeastern Weed Science Society (NEWSS), to be held January 30 through February 2... |
| Dec 12, 2022 | Researchers Focus on New Strain of Hydrilla Found Thriving in the Connecticut River | Greg Bugbee, a scientist with the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, says the new invader has begun to replace the native eelgrass that provides a critical habitat for fish, mussels and other aquatic life. It has also begun to clo... |
| Nov 7, 2022 | New Technologies and Precision Weed Management Take Center Stage at Upcoming Annual Meetings | WESTMINSTER, Colo. (PRWEB) November 07, 2022
The Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) and its regional affiliates have scheduled upcoming annual meetings to discuss new developments in weed science – including technology tools to support ... |
| Oct 17, 2022 | Scientists Say Diversified Weed Control is Critical to Pumpkin Production | Alan Walters, Ph.D., a professor at Southern Illinois University, says the pumpkin crop benefits from the state’s moderate temperatures and fertile soil. It is also popular since it can be planted in rotation with corn, soybean and other cr... |
| Aug 8, 2022 | Scientists Focus on Weed Control to Support Emerging Hemp Market | “This is our first herbicide residue trial in hemp, and we hope to submit the results to the EPA in 2024,” Roger Batts says. “If approved, it will represent a new tool for weed control in hemp grown for fiber, seed and processed seed commod... |
| Jul 11, 2022 | Aquatic Plant Management Society Members Gather for 62nd Annual Meeting | WESTMINSTER, Colo. (PRWEB) July 11, 2022
When the Aquatic Plant Management Society (APMS) holds its July 18-22 annual meeting in Greenville, S.C., members of the Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) will be on hand to present new research... |
| Jun 27, 2022 | New WSSA Backgrounder Clarifies Purpose and Use of Plant-Back Intervals | WESTMINSTER, Colorado (PRWEB) June 27, 2022
Plant-back intervals are a critical component of any pesticide label – indicating the minimum period of time between a pesticide treatment and the planting of your next crop. But experts say some ... |
| May 2, 2022 | Nation’s Top Weed Scientists Recognized by Their Colleagues | “Those honored join a long line of professionals who have advanced the discipline of weed science through innovation, research, teaching, publishing and outreach,” says Anita Dille, Ph.D., president of WSSA. “We are proud to call them our c... |
| Apr 4, 2022 | WSSA Says There Are Apps That Can Help You Identify Weeds | According to weed scientist Erin Hill, Ph.D., at Michigan State University, commercially available Android and iOS smartphone apps may put you on the right path. “They often can help you narrow down the genus and/or species of the weed so y... |
| Feb 23, 2022 | WSSA Announces 2022 Awards for Outstanding Achievements in Weed Science | WESTMINSTER, Colo. (PRWEB) February 23, 2022
This week the Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) honored nearly three dozen individuals for their outstanding contributions to the field of weed science. The awards were presented during the ... |
| Feb 7, 2022 | New Green Herbicide Offers Hope Against a “Heartbreaking” Invasive Weed | “Our lab studies show that on average, one crested floatingheart plant can produce 500 ramets in just six months,” says Lyn Gettys, PhD, an associate professor at the University of Florida.
WESTMINSTER, Colo. (PRWEB) February 07, 2022
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| Jan 31, 2022 | February is National Pesticide Safety Education Month: Awareness and Resources are Fundamental to Safe Pesticide Handling and Use | “There is no ‘downtime’ in the safe handling and use of pesticides," notes Lee Van Wychen, Ph.D., Executive Director of Science Policy for the Weed Science Society of America.
WESTMINSTER, Colo. (PRWEB) January 31, 2022
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| Jan 10, 2022 | Weed Science Societies Announce Further Details on Upcoming Joint Annual Meeting | WESTMINSTER, Colo. (PRWEB) January 10, 2022
Today the Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) and the Canadian Weed Science Society (CWSS) announced details for their upcoming joint annual meeting, scheduled for February 21-24 in Vancouver, ... |
| Dec 13, 2021 | Years of Effective Weed Control Required to Produce Prized Christmas Trees, WSSA Says | “The most effective weed management programs in our state blend soil cultivation, herbicides and permanent cover crops to suppress weed populations and reduce the likelihood of herbicide resistance,” says Marcelo Moretti, assistant professo... |
| Nov 29, 2021 | Weed Science Societies Announce Upcoming Annual Meetings | WESTMINSTER, Colo. (PRWEB) November 29, 2021
Today the Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) and its regional affiliates announced plans for upcoming annual meetings – each designed to spotlight new innovations and best practices in weed c... |
| Nov 9, 2021 | Front-Line Responders Fight Plant Invaders That Fuel Fires | “It’s like calling in firefighters or the Marines,” Curt Deuser says. “We can send in expert crews equipped to work with local staff to fight weed infestations and to prevent them from becoming even larger-scale issues.”
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| Sep 15, 2021 | Students Test Their Skills in Regional Weed Science Contests | “Participants get hands-on experience in many of the practical aspects of weed science, including an opportunity to practice problem-solving skills that will benefit them as they enter the workforce” says Delaney Foster, a graduate research... |
| Aug 11, 2021 | Weed Genomics Consortium Accelerates Genetic Sequencing of Weeds, Launches Conference & Training Workshops | “Our goal is to use genomics to fundamentally alter the world’s approach to weed control,” says WSSA member Todd Gaines, Ph.D., an associate professor at Colorado State University and a founder of IWGC.
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| Jun 28, 2021 | WSSA Members to Present Latest Research During Upcoming Annual Meeting of the Aquatic Plant Management Society | WESTMINSTER, Colo. (PRWEB) June 28, 2021
Members of the Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) are among those leading presentations during in the upcoming 61st annual meeting of the Aquatic Plant Management Society (APMS), an event that wi... |
| May 11, 2021 | The Results are in: WSSA Survey Ranks Most Common and Most Troublesome Weeds in Grass Crops, Pasture, and Turf | Stanley Culpepper, professor and extension weed scientist at the University of Georgia, says “Palmer amaranth grows rapidly, has an extensive root structure and produces massive amounts of seeds that are easily transported and spread.”
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| Apr 20, 2021 | Free Educational Webinars Offered During “National Invasive Species Awareness Week” | “Weeds and other types of invasive organisms are found in a wide range of ecosystems," says Lee Van Wychen, Ph.D., executive director of science policy for the WSSA. “They represent a multibillion dollar drain on our nation’s economy, ... |
| Mar 17, 2021 | Can Artificial Intelligence Help Growers Win the Weed Wars? | “With the right investments in people and technology, we may see a breakthrough in automated weed control in the not too distant future,” says Steve Fennimore, Ph.D., a member of WSSA and an extension specialist with the University of Calif... |
| Feb 17, 2021 | WSSA Honors Outstanding Weed Scientists During 2021 Awards Program | “We are pleased to honor individuals who are making their mark on our profession through their research, teaching, publishing and outreach,” says Anita Dille, Ph.D., incoming president of WSSA.
WESTMINSTER, Colo. (PRWEB) February 17, 2021
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| Jan 26, 2021 | WSSA Cautions Against Poor Choices That Can Spread Invasive Weeds | “When we intentionally or unintentionally plant species that originate outside the region where we live, we run the risk of introducing weedy invaders that can harm our environment, our economy and even human health.”
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| Jan 13, 2021 | WSSA and Affiliated Science Societies Share Plans for 2021 Virtual Annual Meetings | WESTMINSTER, Colo. (PRWEB) January 13, 2021
Today the Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) and two of its regional affiliates released details on their upcoming virtual annual meetings – each focused on research, innovations and best prac... |
| Aug 22, 2019 | Oxford spin-out MoA is rebooting decades-old science to tackle “herbicide crisis” | Many agritech startups aim to help farmers manage and protect their crops from invasive weeds and pests. They include new chemical and biological pesticides and herbicides, and new gadgets and platforms for precision spraying and field trea... |
