Category: Weed Warrior

What is Biocontrol and is it safe?

What is Biocontrol? Biological control is a method of controlling pests (including insects, mites, weeds, and plant diseases) using other living organisms.  It relies on predation, parasitism, and herbivory, or other natural mechanisms, but typically also involves an active human management role. It can be an important component of integrated pest management (IPM) programs.  Importation (or “classical biological […]

JRC Receives Grant for Puncturevine Management

Not to be over-shadowed by our last announcement, we are also excited to share that we have received $34,200 in grants from the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food for invasive weed management along the river. $16,000 of this will focus specifically on the management of puncturevine (aka goatheads) on the trail between 2300 South […]