Podcasts about invasive plants

Paul Zammit starts the conversations talking about invasive plants to watch for in the gardens this year, then takes your calls. Paul is a professor of Horticulture and Environmental Studies at Niagara College.

In this episode of Maximize Your Hunt, host Jon Teater and Ethan Tapper, who shares insights from his book 'How to Love a Forest', delve into the intricacies of deer hunting and forest management, exploring the physical demands of tracking deer, the challenges of managing degraded forests, and the strategies for restoring ecological health. They discuss the impact of invasive species and the nuanced use of herbicides in conservation efforts, emphasizing the importance of understanding forest ecosystems and the role of various species in maintaining biodiversity. takeaways Tracking deer can be a physically demanding yet rewarding experience. Maintaining physical fitness through hunting can prepare one for other outdoor activities. Every forest has unique characteristics that require tailored management strategies. Degraded forests can present significant challenges for restoration efforts. Invasive species like Japanese barberry can severely impact forest health. Herbicides can be used responsibly to manage invasive species and promote biodiversity. Understanding historical forest conditions can guide restoration practices. Creating structural diversity in forests enhances resilience and habitat quality. Acorn years can provide opportunities for regenerating oak species in degraded areas. Collaboration with conservation organizations can lead to effective management practices.   Social Links https://ethantapper.com/ https://www.bearislandforestry.com/ https://www.instagram.com/howtoloveaforest/?hl=en https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG5pCDPHUyOiA2vW1l7L6oA https://www.facebook.com/howtoloveaforest/ https://whitetaillandscapes.com/ https://www.facebook.com/whitetaillandscapes/ https://www.instagram.com/whitetail_landscapes/?hl=en Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Year of Invasive Plants sounds like the making of a great 1970s horror movie. In reality, it is actually an Alabama Extension initiative that is helping people address the....

Here's an "offbite" from our Something Offbeat episode last week. We're getting a little eerie this week with tales of hauntings and infestations. We'll dive into a study that reveals how many Americans believe they have psychic abilities and we'll learn how to avoid being possessed by invasive plants. Featuring audio from the Dana & Parks Show out of KMBZ in Kansas City and WWJ Newsradio in Detroit.

Here's an "offbite" from our Something Offbeat episode last week. We're getting a little eerie this week with tales of hauntings and infestations. We'll dive into a study that reveals how many Americans believe they have psychic abilities and we'll learn how to avoid being possessed by invasive plants. Featuring audio from the Dana & Parks Show out of KMBZ in Kansas City and WWJ Newsradio in Detroit.

Here's an "offbite" from our Something Offbeat episode last week. We're getting a little eerie this week with tales of hauntings and infestations. We'll dive into a study that reveals how many Americans believe they have psychic abilities and we'll learn how to avoid being possessed by invasive plants. Featuring audio from the Dana & Parks Show out of KMBZ in Kansas City and WWJ Newsradio in Detroit.

Here's an "offbite" from our Something Offbeat episode last week. We're getting a little eerie this week with tales of hauntings and infestations. We'll dive into a study that reveals how many Americans believe they have psychic abilities and we'll learn how to avoid being possessed by invasive plants. Featuring audio from the Dana & Parks Show out of KMBZ in Kansas City and WWJ Newsradio in Detroit.

Here's an "offbite" from our Something Offbeat episode last week. We're getting a little eerie this week with tales of hauntings and infestations. We'll dive into a study that reveals how many Americans believe they have psychic abilities and we'll learn how to avoid being possessed by invasive plants. Featuring audio from the Dana & Parks Show out of KMBZ in Kansas City and WWJ Newsradio in Detroit.

Caribbean Ecology c.2026.mp3Introduction Water hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes) is a free-floating perennial aquatic plant native to tropical and subtropical South America (Mahmood et al., 2005). It features broad, thick, glossy, ovate leaves that can rise up to 1 m above the water surface, supported by buoyant bulb-like nodules at the base of its stems (Khotsa et al., 2025). The plant has long, spongy stalks and feathery, purple-black roots, while its flowers are arranged on erect spikes, typically lavender to pink with six petals (UF/IFAS Center for Aquatic and Invasive Plants, n.d.). Outside of its flowering period, water hyacinth may be confused with other floating plants, such as frogbit (Limnobium spongia) or Amazon frogbit (Limnobium laevigatum).Water hyacinth is among the fastest-growing plants, reproducing primarily via stolons and producing thousands of seeds annually, which can remain viable for over 28 years (Sullivan & Wood, 2012). Under ideal conditions, mats of water hyacinth can double in size in one to two weeks, and plant counts may increase more than a hundredfold in 23 days (Dickinson & Royer, 2014). In its native range, pollination is primarily by long-tongued bees (Coetzee et al., 2017). The species reproduces both sexually and clonally, with large patches often representing a single genetic form (Harun et al., 2021).Water hyacinth exhibits tristylous flowers with three morphs based on pistil length: long (L), medium (M), and short (S) (Rojas-Sandoval & Acevedo-Rodríguez, 2013). Tristylous populations are restricted to its native South American lowlands, while introduced populations predominantly feature the M-morph, with occasional L-morphs and absence of S-morphs (Barrett, 1977, 1989). This pattern suggests that founder events significantly influenced the species' global distribution.Podcast 285 Caribbean Ecology© 2026 ISBN978-976-97903-7-7 Devgro Media Arts Services Publishing®2015 In collaboration with iMovie present Podcast 285 Caribbean Ecology© 2026 ISBN978-976-97903-7-7 RECOGNITIONSAs I take a moment to reflect on my journey, I am filled with profound gratitude for the Creator's guiding hand that has led me every step of the way. Life has brought me countless blessings, and at the forefront of these blessings is the immeasurable debt of thanks I owe to my late parents, Charles and Ira Gittens. They bestowed upon me their wisdom and creative spirit, which have been a consistent source of inspiration throughout my life. Their counsel and encouragement continue to resonate within me, shaping my path and purpose. To my beloved wife, Magnola Gittens, your unwavering support has been my anchor in turbulent seas. Your love and understanding provide the strength necessary to navigate life'sSupport the showCultural Factors Influence Academic Achievements© 2024 ISBN978-976-97385-7-7 A_MEMOIR_OF_Dr_William_Anderson_Gittens_D_D_2024_ISBNISBN978_976_97385_0_8Academic.edu. Chief of Audio Visual Aids Officer Mr. Michael Owen Chief of Audio Visual Aids Officer Mr. Selwyn Belle Commissioner of Police Mr. Orville Durant Dr. William Anderson Gittens, D.D En.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lifelong_learning Hackett Philip Media Resource Development Officer Holder, B,Anthony Episcopal Priest,https://brainly.com/question/36353773https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lifelong_learning#cite_note-19https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lifelong_learning#cite_note-:2-18https://independent.academia.edu/WilliamGittens/Bookshttps://scholar.google.com/scholar?hl=en&as_sdt=0%2C5&q=william+anderson+gittens+barbados&oq=william+anderson+gittenshttps://www.academia.edu/123754463/https://www.buzzsprout.com/429292/episodes. https://www.youtube.com/@williamandersongittens1714. Mr.Greene, Rupert

Paul takes your gardening questions and talks about how to get rid of invasive plants before they take over your green spaces. Paul Zammit is a professor of Horticulture and Environmental Studies at Niagara College.

On this week's Sustainable Living show, Anni is joined by expert guest Emily Bell of the Florida Wildflower Foundation.

Listen in on our chat with Chris Enroth, fellow Illinois Extension Horticulture Educator and also co-host of the Good Growing podcast, about invasives in the home landscape. We discuss the challenge of plants that are not listed on regulation lists, how to tackle invasives without getting overwhelmed, replacement species, and Chris's favorite butterfly! Learn MoreManagement of Invasive Plants and Pests of IllinoisIllinois Pollinators websiteEight Great Replacements for Callery Pear videoAttracting wildlife with native plants blogLandscape Invasives and Native Alternatives (webinar)Share your own Everyday ObservationWas there something about this topic we didn't cover? See something cool in nature? Let us know! Send us your question or share your everyday nature observation with us at go.illinois.edu/EEconnect, and we may share it in a future blog or podcast.Questions? We'd love to hear from you!Abigail Garofalo aeg9@illinois.edu, Erin Garrett emedvecz@illinois.edu, Amy Lefringhouse heberlei@illinois.edu Subscribe to our NewsletterCheck out our BlogSee the Everyday Environment Archives

Lawns cover more American soil than any other irrigated crop — but who decided they should look this way, and at what cost? In this episode, we trace the centuries-old aristocratic tradition behind the modern lawn, expose the billion-dollar industry profiting from invasive grasses and toxic chemicals, and with the help of nature educator Jason Wise (aka Journeyman), we'll explore how your patch of green could become something far more prosperous. If you've ever questioned the monoculture outside your front door, this one's for you. Episode rundown: (00:00) - Chapter 1 (00:49) - Why are lawns a climate issue? (02:38) - How did lawns become popular? (06:05) - How is our community adapting their lawns? (12:34) - Tips to rewind your lawn from Jason Wise (aka Journeyman) (34:02) - Who's profiting off the lawn industry? (43:07) - Imagining a lawn-free future

One of the ways that invasive plants displace indigenous floras is "allelopathy."  In a conversation first broadcast in February 2024, Dr. Susan Kalisz of the University of Tennessee Knoxville describes how many introduced plants actually poison the soil so that indigenous species cannot germinate or flourish in their former homes.

We speak with Communications Manager, Mary Wilson, of the Alabama Extension System on the second annual Alabama Extension Week. This year, the event will be held April 12-18. There will be in-person events as well as online webinars. Visit the ACES website to get more information. Below is a list of the webinars for the week. If you are interested, please register at THIS WEBSITE.○      Monday ■      2 p.m. - Your First Steps Into the Market is super timely to help farmers think about their farmers market spaces and setups.■      6 p.m. - Pollinator Power in Alabama will be a fun one where folks can learn about the Great Southeast Pollinator Census. If you like bees, and want to help out our pollinators, you definitely want to register for this one.○      Tuesday■      12 p.m. - is for all the aspiring entrepreneurs. It's Small Business Cafe — Idea to Impact.■      2 p.m. - we're talking mental health in agriculture. And that's a BIG topic right now with the row crop economy like it is… high input costs and low prices make farming even tougher than usual. ■      5:30 p.m. - any sheep or goat farmers will want to join in to learn about postpartum nutrition and lactation management in small ruminants■      6 p.m. - we round it out with another hot topic - invasive plants. You can learn more about Extension declaring this the Year of Invasive Plants and how you can help work to reduce the populations of those plants. ■      6:30 p.m. - for any farmers facing financial hardships, this webinar provides a place to discuss challenges and learn about resources that can help.○      Wednesday… this one is a FULL day■      10 a.m. - houseplants for homeowners… people are gonna LOVE that one■      12 p.m. - a really intriguing and different webinar — it's exploring the science of forestry, geology and pottery■      2 p.m. - we have a group of Extension agents who will be hosting the Women in Ag webinar, which will be really exciting. ■      6 p.m. - we're talking about landscape trees and things you can plant aside from crape myrtles… because diversity in what we plant is a good thing!○      Thursday■      If you're a forest landowner, you'll want to join in for the 2 p.m. webinar about forest health in Alabama… the current challenges and management strategies. ■      At 6 p.m. - we're talking about the Grow More, Give More program and the 250 Pound Challenge… which is all about growing extra fruits and vegetables to help people in your communities○      Friday■      We round it all out with a final webinar at 2 p.m. that's all about caregiving for loved ones suffering from memory loss. This one fits within Human Sciences Extension, and we know there's a lot of people out there who can benefit from this kind of information.

Master Gardener, Emily Clem, and Extension Agent, Kathy Terry-Warner, dig deep on the subject of invasive plants.  Many of the invasives were originally planted for their ornamental look (think Wisteria, Nandina, Bradford Pear, English Ivy, etc.) but have since taken over and now threaten our native plants and wildlife. ACES (Alabama Cooperative Extension System) has designated 2026 as the Year of Invasive Plants! They encourage both education and eradication and are hosting a number of events for the public to participate in getting rid of these unruly plants in  communities and backyard landscapes. Links:https://www.aces.edu/https://mastergardeners-limestonecountyalabama.org/https://www.alcpl.org/https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/forestry-wildlife/2026-year-of-invasive-plants/https://www.weedwrangle.org/https://northalabama.wildones.org/events/Have questions about this episode? Email askalibrarian@alcpl.orgMusic by Pixabay    

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Join us as we chat with Michelle about the invasive plant early detection efforts of the Midwest Invasive Plant Network. We take a special focus on the Public Gardens as Sentinels against Invasive Plants initiative, a program focused on sharing information and creating a network to detect potential invasive species. Resources: MIPN WebsitePrinted Resources from MIPNMIPN WebinarsEarly Detection Plant SpeciesReport sightings of Invasive PlantsPGSIP Data DashboardPGSIP Plant AlertsShare your own Everyday ObservationWas there something about this topic we didn't cover? See something cool in nature? Let us know! Send us your question or share your everyday nature observation with us at go.illinois.edu/EEconnect, and we may share it in a future blog or podcast.Questions? We'd love to hear from you!Abigail Garofalo aeg9@illinois.edu, Erin Garrett emedvecz@illinois.edu, Amy Lefringhouse heberlei@illinois.edu Subscribe to our NewsletterCheck out our BlogSee the Everyday Environment Archives

The National Invasive Species Council and the Invasive Species Advisory Committee define an invasive species as “a species that is non-native to the ecosystem under consideration and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental harm or harm to human health.” Stacey and Rick dispel misunderstandings, highlight problematic plants, and talk about what you can do to help combat the spread of invasive plants. 

Allowing native plants to thrive, seasonal pruning, and big news from the Georgia Urban Ag Council!

In this eye-opening episode of The Backyard Naturalists, Debbie and Laurie sit down with Benjy Strope, Private Lands Management Biologist for the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission, to explore the sneaky, persistent, and surprisingly complex world of invasive plants. Inspired by Benjy's article "Quiet Invasives," this conversation gets right to the root of how invasive species spread, why they're so hard to control, and what homeowners, land managers, and nature lovers can realistically do to fight back. Benjy explains why invasive plants don't follow the "rules" we imagine for our landscapes, how seeds hitchhike on everything from shoes to dogs to truckloads of dirt, and why even well-intentioned gardeners may unknowingly contribute to the problem. From statewide offenders like mimosa, Japanese stiltgrass, kudzu, Bradford pear, and Bermuda grass, to emerging threats like Japanese knotweed and fig buttercup, he breaks down what makes each plant so troublesome—and why identification and planning are essential first steps. The discussion covers effective control methods (including when herbicides are the responsible choice), the myth of "one-and-done" removal, the importance of seed banks and site-specific conditions, and the value of choosing hardy native alternatives like blanketflower and coreopsis. Whether you've battled invasives in your backyard, spotted them in local parks, or want to protect native habitat in your community, this episode offers an honest, practical look at the ongoing fight to restore and preserve natural ecosystems. It's informative, candid, and full of the kind of grounded, real-world expertise that helps listeners take meaningful action—one plant at a time.

The Gisborne District Council is asking residents to keep an eye out for an invasive plant as its seeding season begins. Biosecurity officer and Educator Glenn Brown spoke to Corin Dann.

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This episode explores the world of invasive edible plants and fungi, focusing on species like garlic mustard, kudzu, Japanese knotweed, and burdock. The hosts discuss their origins, ecological impacts, and how to responsibly forage and prepare these plants for sustainable meals. The conversation emphasizes the importance of proper identification and safety when foraging, while also sharing cooking tips and recipes. In this conversation, Justin Townsend and Adam Berkelmans delve into the world of foraging and cooking with invasive species. They explore the culinary potential of burdock, dandelions, Himalayan blackberries, and golden oyster mushrooms, discussing their flavors, nutritional benefits, and recipes. The discussion emphasizes the importance of culinary conservation and how foraging can contribute to ecosystem health. - ⁠⁠⁠⁠Leave a Review of the Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy our Wild Fish and Game Spices⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Art of Venison Sausage Making⁠⁠⁠⁠ Recipes: Wild Greens Mac and Cheese Stuffed Kudzu Leaves Barbecue Dolmas Stuffed with Bacon Beef and Cheese Japanese Knotweed Cake with Streusel Topping Summer Wild Vegetable TempuraHow to Make Dandelion Jelly Dandelion and Zucchini FrittersStewed Dandelion Greens with Chickpeas and ‘NdujaVenison Steak with Blackberry Sauce and Corn Salad Cacio e Pepe with Wild Pork Sausage and Oyster Mushrooms Takeaways: Invasive plants can be turned into sustainable meals. Garlic mustard is edible at every stage of growth. Kudzu grows rapidly and is edible in various forms. Japanese knotweed can be used in desserts and jams. Burdock root is rich in fiber and antioxidants. Proper identification is crucial when foraging. Invasive species can have significant ecological impacts. Foraging can help control invasive plant populations. Cooking with invasive plants can be delicious and eco-friendly. Community resources and local foraging groups are invaluable. Burdock requires effort to harvest but is versatile in cooking. Dandelions are nutritious and can be used in various dishes. Young dandelion leaves are best for salads, while mature ones are great sautéed. Dandelion jam is a delightful treat reminiscent of sunshine. Himalayan blackberries are delicious but invasive, dominating the West Coast. Eating invasive species is a form of stewardship for the land. Culinary conservation encourages conscious eating and seasonal food sourcing. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Invasive Edibles 01:20 The Impact of Invasive Plants 03:15 Garlic Mustard: The Ecological Villain 11:25 Kudzu: The Vine That Ate the South 18:00 Japanese Knotweed: A Destructive Invader 25:11 Burdock: The Versatile Root Vegetable 27:36 Exploring Burdock: A Culinary Gem 30:00 Dandelions: The Ubiquitous Superfood 39:41 Himalayan Blackberries: A Sweet Invasive Delight 45:01 Golden Oyster Mushrooms: A Culinary Invasion 50:02 Culinary Conservation: Eating for the Ecosystem Keywords: Invasive plants, edible plants, foraging, ecological eating, sustainable meals, garlic mustard, kudzu, Japanese knotweed, burdock, wild foods, burdock, dandelion, Himalayan blackberry, golden oyster mushroom, invasive species, culinary conservation, foraging, wild food, sustainability, nutrition Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new study by Danish researchers examines how invasive plant species are reshaping ecosystems and people's relationship with nature in the tropics.  The researchers found roughly 10,000 alien plant species in the greater tropics – which includes both the tropic and sub-tropic parts of the world.  Islands are especially invasion hotspots, and some have more […]

As well as having a devastating impact on our biodiversity, the cost of invasive species managment to councils is on average €1.7 million a year. To tell us more Noeleen Smyth, botanist and chartered horticulturist.

From Japanese knotweed to giant hogweed to the much fabled rhododendron. What do you do about invasive plants in your garden? And how can you actually identify them? Paul Smyth talks us through how to manage invasive plants that may have appeared in your garden.

Associate Scientist at the CT Agricultural Experiment Station Greg Bugbee is the lead on the Invasive Aquatic Plant Program. He talks about the use of Diquat chemical in the water to eliminate the plants

In this episode, the co-hosts share some big news: the podcast is taking a break as both Dr. Ferrell and Christine take on new roles. Join us as we reflect on the top episodes and memorable moments since starting Working in the Weeds!—Working In The Weeds is a podcast by the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠University of Florida/IFAS Center for Aquatics and Invasive Plants⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This series connects scientists with stakeholders to clarify and discuss issues surrounding aquatic and invasive plants, while also highlighting the research being conducted at the Center.Do you have topics or questions you would like us to discuss on this podcast? Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠caip@ifas.ufl.edu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.For more information and resources, visit our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow UF/IFAS CAIP on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

"You can't unsee it." Join as hosts Tiff and Kat take you through a strange, un-wonderful journey of invasive plants. If you didn't know how bad it was before, you will now. BUT DON'T RUN AWAY. If we don't educate ourselves and deal with these freaking plants, we may lose many more of our forests than we already have. Get demolishing with your favorite sustainability podcast!As Amazon affiliates, the hosts may get a small commission from some of these links.Maryland DNR: https://dnr.maryland.gov/wildlife/documents/invasive_plants_cards.pdfNature Conservancy: https://www.nature.org/en-us/about-us/where-we-work/united-states/indiana/stories-in-indiana/kudzu-invasive-species/ Smithsonian Mag: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/true-story-kudzu-vine-ate-south-180956325/ Forest Service: https://www.fs.usda.gov/wildflowers/features/books/northeastbooks.shtml Book rec from US Forest Service: Invasive Plants: A Guide to Identification, Impacts, and Control of Common North American Species: https://amzn.to/3ZXkI8mPatreon: patreon.com/greeningupmyactInstagram: @greeningupmyactFacebook: Greening Up My ActEmail us with questions: greeningupmyact@gmail.comYouTube: Greening Up My Act

Dr. Eve Beaury's research reveals the outsize role American gardeners still play in supporting the propagation and spread of plants that are known to be invasive.

Missouri lawmakers have banned the sale or transport of six native plant species, including Callery pear trees. The ban will go into effect Jan. 1, 2029 — to give sellers time to replace their inventories.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Robert Shaut, Director of Tree Operations at Casey Trees, about the best choices for Urban Trees. The plant profile is on Basil and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on the Great Tomato Adventure by Christy Page of GreenPrints.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 181: Invasive Plants with Casey Treeshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/08/gardendc-podcast-episode-204-natural.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 204: Natural Tree Carehttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/08/gardendc-podcast-episode-204-natural.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 87: Winter Tree Carehttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/01/gardendc-podcast-episode-87-winter-tree.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 187: Mad About Mulches⁠https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/03/gardendc-podcast-episode-187-mad-about.html⁠BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/support.Visit https://shop.kathyjentz.com/ to browse our new online store!Show Notes will be posted after 5-13-2025.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzInterview Edit & Show Notes: Skylar DrewMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 5-10-25.

Invasive species can harm our crops and trees. Left unchecked, they can devastate entire agricultural industries, threaten our food supply, and cost us billions. Guest speaker Carl Harper, Kentucky's Office of the State Entomologist has been with the University of Kentucky for 28 years working to help slow the spread of invasives and would ideally like to eradicate them, but that doesn't always happen! Knowing that we can't do this alone, he created a citizen science program to involve concerned citizens to help combat invasive species crossing our borders! Also on tap...Dr. DJ McNeil, Assistant Professor of Wildlife Management, drops in this week for another Wings of Kentucky segment! 4.16.25 https://fromthewoodstoday.com

Calls about weeds; Dr. David Coyle from Clemson University in-studio talking about invasive plants and proper use of herbicides

Korey and Joe sit down with Jamie Daughterty Hagyari, Florida-Friendly Landscaping & Urban Forestry Agent for UF/IFAS Extension Sumter County. Jamie discusses her illustrious career in the forestry industry, her work with invasive plants, how she's working to educate people about their local environments, and more. See below for links to Jamie's work.Blog: https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/global/author/jamielyncdaugherty/Newsletter Signup: https://mailchi.mp/fe91e77e6d64/branching-out-bulletin Website: https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/sumter/Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/ffl-and-urban-forestry-ufifas-sumter-county-ext-8517209021If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to ⁠info@discoveringforestrypodcast.com⁠.Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms!Twitter/X: @DisForestryPodInstagram: @discovering_forestryFacebook: Discovering ForestryYouTube: @discoveringforestry6905LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry PodcastMusic credit:⁠ Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"⁠   ⁠Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”⁠Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey LofyProduced by: Nico ManganielloArtwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello

Summary: In this episode, professional forager and culinary alchemist Pascal Baudard takes us on a deep dive into the world of wild foods, fermentation, and sustainable foraging. He shares his journey from a small town in Belgium to becoming a pioneer in the wild food movement in Southern California. The conversation explores the culinary possibilities of invasive species, forgotten flavors, and ancient grains, along with traditional preservation techniques and the art of mustard and bread making. Pascal also discusses wild brewing, the medicinal uses of native plants, and the environmental impact of modern agriculture. With a strong focus on sustainability, he offers practical advice for incorporating wild ingredients into everyday cooking and inspires a renewed appreciation for working with nature. - Leave a Review of the Podcast - Buy our Wild Fish and Game Spices Guest: Urban Outdoor Skills Pascal Baudar Instagram Wildcrafted Fermentation Takeaways: Pascal's journey into foraging began with his grandmother's teachings. Food preservation techniques are crucial for utilizing wild foods. Invasive species can be culinary treasures rather than nuisances. Rediscovering forgotten flavors can enhance modern cuisine. Sustainable foraging practices benefit both the environment and local communities. Learning about wild food can start with just one plant a week. Dandelion is a common and nutritious wild edible. Local resources are often overlooked in modern food systems. Food waste can include native plants. Mustard can be made from unique local ingredients. Pascal creates a unique smoky beer using wild oats and barley. Traditional brewing involves boiling plants and adding sugar for fermentation. Medicinal properties can be infused into beers using various herbs. The possibilities in brewing are endless and exciting. Sustainability in cuisine is crucial for environmental health. Foraging native plants can enhance culinary experiences. Pascal's upcoming book will focus on edible grains and seeds. Exploring wild foods can inspire creativity in cooking and brewing. Chapters: 00:00 Exploring the Wild Pantry 02:58 Pascal's Journey into Foraging 06:13 The Art of Food Preservation 08:59 Invasive Species and Culinary Opportunities 11:51 Rediscovering Forgotten Flavors 15:02 Sustainable Foraging Practices 17:54 Getting Started with Foraging 20:58 Incorporating Invasive Plants into Cooking 35:36 Exploring Fermentation and Gourmet Flavors 39:10 Innovative Uses of Local Ingredients 42:46 The Art of Mustard Making 46:10 Rediscovering Ancient Grains and Seeds 51:24 Insights from Bog Bodies and Ancient Diets 56:07 The Journey of Wild Brewing and Bread Making 01:01:59 Crafting Wild Beers: A Journey into Fermentation 01:10:39 The Art of Traditional Brewing: Techniques and Ingredients 01:20:24 Philosophy of Foraging: Sustainability and Environmental Impact 01:23:40 The Future of Wildcrafted Cuisine: Knowledge and Innovation Keywords: Foraging, fermentation, wild food, culinary alchemy, sustainable cooking, invasive species, food preservation, wild crafting, edible plants, wild pantry, fermentation, gourmet food, wild ingredients, ancient grains, local flavors, sustainable cooking, food waste, wild beer, fermentation, traditional brewing, sustainability, foraging, herbal wine, environmental impact, wildcrafted cuisine, native plants, culinary innovation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Governor Glenn Youngkin is joining the fight against invasive plants. Michael Pope reports.

In the podcast episode, Dr. Ellen Crocker discusses invasive plants in Kentucky, highlighting their detrimental effects on local ecosystems. She emphasizes early detection and management strategies, encourages public reporting of invasives, and shares resources like a field guide. The episode promotes collaboration and proactive efforts to protect native landscapes.

Governor Glenn Youngkin is considering a bill aimed at cracking down on invasive plants. Michael Pope has the story.

Bees, butterflies, even birds and other insects provide the essential service of carrying pollen from flower to flower, helping to grow the food we eat.But as the number of pollinators dwindle due to loss of habitat and overuse of pesticides, what do Tennesseans need to know about these fascinating creatures? How can we help the pollinators to thrive? What can we do, or not do, to encourage their populations? Plus, two experts tell us about invasive plants, which can have a negative effect on our health, safety and food supply.The segments in today's episode were produced by Magnolia Mckay, Tasha A.F. Lemley and Joan Kite.Guests: Mike Studer, Tennessee state apiarist Gene Smalley, beekeeper Ian Dawe, founding member of The Honey Collective, secretary of Nashville Area Beekeepers Association Carol Ashworth, project manager, Pollinator Habitat Program, TDOT Mike McClanahan, transportation manager, Local Programs and Community Investments, Highway Beautification at TDOT Dr. Andrew Bell, executive director at the Nashville Tree Foundation Dr. Matthew Blair, plant scientist, TSU Professor for the College of Agriculture

Weeding out invasive species can feel like a never ending chore because of the rapid growth and spread rate. Missouri Botanical Garden associate scientist Wendy Applequist encourages traditional uses of these plants to help the ecosystem — and ourselves.

How do invasive plants seem to have such an easy time conquering native species?

Allie is self-professed fan of insects, and the first vector biologist hired at the University of Maine. Her work focuses on medical entomology, vector-borne disease ecology, and epidemiology, and is a great example of how interdisciplinary teams of researchers can do comprehensive work that may actually seem like more than the sum of their parts. This conversation was recorded in January 2025. ~~~~~The Maine Science Podcast is a production of the Maine Discovery Museum. It is recorded at Discovery Studios, at the Maine Discovery Museum, in Bangor, ME. The Maine Science Podcast is hosted and executive produced by Kate Dickerson; edited and produced by Scott Loiselle. The Discover Maine theme was composed and performed by Nick Parker. To support our work: https://www.mainediscoverymuseum.org/donate. Find us online:Maine Discovery MuseumMaine Discovery Museum on social media: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Bluesky Maine Science Festival on social media: Facebook Instagram LinkedInMaine Science Podcast on social media: Facebook Instagram © 2025 Maine Discovery Museum

Dr. Ferrell and Christine talk about one of the oldest herbicides used today. 2,4-D has a rich history in agriculture and natural resource management. Listen to this episode to learn about the science behind 2,4-D.Helpful Resources⁠⁠Herbicides 101: What's the Deal with Aquatic Herbicides?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Silent Spring UF/IFAS CAIP Blog⁠⁠—Working In The Weeds is a podcast by the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠University of Florida/IFAS Center for Aquatics and Invasive Plants⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This series connects scientists with stakeholders to clarify and discuss issues surrounding aquatic and invasive plants, while also highlighting the research being conducted at the Center.Do you have topics or questions you would like us to discuss on this podcast? Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠caip@ifas.ufl.edu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.For more information and resources, visit our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow UF/IFAS CAIP on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this episode, set the stage for future conversations. First, we review how herbicides work and the registration process. Then, we introduce herbicide selectivity and resistance. Stay tuned as we continue to turn science into solutions! Helpful Resources ⁠Herbicides 101: What's the Deal with Aquatic Herbicides?⁠ ⁠⁠Silent Spring UF/IFAS CAIP Blog⁠ — Working In The Weeds is a podcast by the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠University of Florida/IFAS Center for Aquatics and Invasive Plants⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This series connects scientists with stakeholders to clarify and discuss issues surrounding aquatic and invasive plants, while also highlighting the research being conducted at the Center. Do you have topics or questions you would like us to discuss on this podcast? Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠caip@ifas.ufl.edu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. For more information and resources, visit our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow UF/IFAS CAIP on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Darrin Gobble is a Park Ranger and Vegetation Program Manager at Zion National Park. He is the 'voice' for the plants when the park makes critical decisions that could impact the vegetation in the national park. In this episode, we chat about botany, the special endemic plants that live at Zion and the invasive plants that are disrupting the ecosystem. I learned so much in my conversation with Darrin, I hope you do too. Watch the full podcast here: https://youtu.be/vMK007Ady0U___Follow us on social!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/safetravelspodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@safetravelspodYouTube: youtube.com/@safetravelspodSafetravelspod.com  

https://greenrevival.co/https://www.linkedin.com/in/sydney-rodman/Did you know invasive plants can cause forest fires? How can these plants be used for good instead? Check out our sponsor Orora Packaging Solutions https://ororapackagingsolutions.com/ https://specright.com/?utm_campaign=2024%20Influencers&utm_source=cory%20connors&utm_content=home%20page https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-connors/I'm here to help you make your packaging more sustainable! Reach out today and I'll get back to you asap. This podcast is an independent production and the podcast production is an original work of the author. All rights of ownership and reproduction are retained—copyright 2022.

Researchers are connecting two ecological problems in the Northeast in hopes of reducing the risk of tick-borne illnesses. Also, a “one-of-a-kind” fossil of Navaornis hestiae helps fill a giant gap in scientists' understanding of how bird brains evolved.Managing Some Invasive Plants Might Reduce Blacklegged TicksIn much of the eastern US, October and November usher in an autumn peak of the blacklegged tick season.For years, researchers have noticed that these ticks, also called deer ticks, are more abundant on certain invasive plant species, like Japanese barberry, that create dense thickets in the forest understory. Now, a group of scientists in Vermont and Maine is investigating how managing these plants might decrease the number of blacklegged ticks—and the risk of people developing tick-borne illnesses, like Lyme disease and Babesiosis. After getting a $1.8 million grant from the National Science Foundation, they're hoping to come up with guidance for landowners.Read the rest at sciencefriday.com.Ancient Bird Fossil Offers Clues Into How Bird Brains EvolvedArchaeopteryx is the earliest bird-like dinosaur that we know of. It lived 150 million years ago, but researchers don't know much about how the bird brain evolved from then to now.An 80 million-year-old bird from the Mesozoic Era is now helping fill in the blanks. It's called Navaornis hestiae. Researchers uncovered a fossil of this species, which was previously unknown to science, in Brazil in 2016. That specimen has a remarkably well-preserved skull, which a team of paleontologists used to digitally reconstruct the bird's brain. The researchers recently reported their findings in the journal Nature.Ira talks with a lead author of the study, Dr. Luis Chiappe, a paleontologist and curator at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County in California.Transcripts for each segment will be available after the show airs on sciencefriday.com. Subscribe to this podcast. Plus, to stay updated on all things science, sign up for Science Friday's newsletters.

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