UC Weed Science (weed control, management, ecology, and minutia)

Reposted from a recent WSSA press release on herbicide resistant weeds by the Weed Science Society of America.

Roundup Ready (RR) alfalfa was the fifth glyphosate-tolerant crop to be commercialized in the United States following canola, soybeans, cotton and corn (1996, 1997, 1997, and 1998, respectively). Its release has been more contentious and highly disputed than any of its predecessors.

[The Chronicle 07 jan, 2012 by Bob Egelko] -- A federal U.S. judge has upheld the government's decision to let the nation's alfalfa growers plant the genetically engineered, herbicide-resistant strain manufactured by Monsanto Co.

Just a quick plug for the 64th Annual California Weed Science Society Conference in Santa Barbara next week (January 23-25th). A conference flyer and finalized agenda is attached. This is always an excellent way to get updated on weed science issues in the state.

As wildland weed management and eradication projects fall to the economic hatchet, one vital program continues as a standout---preventing the introduction and spread of invasive weeds can yield a lot of bang for the buck! Invasive weed seeds and other reproductive parts are often moved to new locati...