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Management and Control Issues for Native, Invasive Species (Reed Canarygrass): Evaluating Philosophical, Management, and Legislative Issues.

Authors :
Anderson, Neil O.
Smith, Alan G.
Noyszewski, Andrzej K.
Ito, Emi
Dalbotten, Diana
Pellerin, Holly
Source :
HortTechnology; Aug2021, Vol. 31 Issue 4, p354-366, 13p
Publication Year :
2021

Abstract

The issue of native invasive species management rarely occurs and is fraught with biological, social, and economic challenges as well as posing difficulties in decision-making for land managers. The terminology for categorization of invasive species is examined in the context of their bias(es), which complicates control. An example of a newly determined native species, which is also invasive, is used as an example to navigate control and regulatory issues. Native, invasive reed canarygrass (Phalaris arundinacea L.) occurs throughoutMinnesota and most likely the entire midwest region of central United States and Canadian provinces. The species was previously assumed to be an exotic, nonnative Eurasian import but recent molecular evidence supports its status as a native but invasive species. We address how this change to being a native but highly invasive species modifies approaches to mitigate its potential control for state, Tribal, and local authorities. The implications of these new findings will require differential shifts in land managers' perspectives and approaches for control. Particular differences may exist for Tribal LandManagers vs. departments of natural resources and private agencies. Additionally, regulatory challenges have yet to be decided on how to legislate control for a native invasive species that had been previously assumed as exotic or foreign in origin. These opportunities to change attitudes and implement judicial control measures will serve as a template for other invasive species that are native in origin. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
10630198
Volume :
31
Issue :
4
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
HortTechnology
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
153592995
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.21273/HORTTECH04796-21