Weed Science

The Weed Science Program area of focus includes agricultural and invasive weed control (chemical, mechanical, cultural, and biological control), weed ecology, weed monitoring and forecasting, vegetation restoration, and integrated control strategies.

There are many informational resources available to learn how to combat weeds.  One of the most useful is a weed identification tool found at the Weed Research and Information Center.  The University of California Integrated Pest Management (UC IPM) website has a Weed Photo Gallery to help you identify your weeds.  

Pest Management of Small Grains - Weeds is a section of the Small Grain Production Manual that specifically addresses weeds and weed control. 

Encycloweedia is sponsored by the California Department of Food and Agriculture and has a photo gallery and data sheets for identification and management of noxious weeds found in California.

Weed Science Society of America promotes research, education, and extension outreach activities related to weeds.  Their website includes links for weed identification and weed management tools.

Western Society of Weed Science coordinates efforts in weed management among various states and agencies, fosters and encourages education and research in weed science, and supports solutions to weed problems.  Their website has a link to on-line lessons about herbicides.