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.
Informational Resources:
Weed Science Online Resources
There are many very useful informational sources when it comes to learning about weed science and weed identification. Below are some websites that may be helpful to explore.
The Weed Research and Information Center is the Hub for UC weed science information.
The UC IPM Website has a tremendous amount of information. Below are some links useful to our region specifically.
There are numerous State, Regional, and National organizations devoted to studying and managing Weedy plants. Bellow are some that may be of interest.
California Weed Science Society
California Invasive Plant Council
Western Society of Weed Science
Weed Science Society of America
North American Invasive Species Management Association
Noxious Weed and Regulatory Resources
California Department of Food and Agriculture Noxious Weed Page
California Department of Pesticide Registration
Environmental Protection Agency
Pesticide Information
National Pesticide Information Center