Public Education, Mapping, and Early Action to Control Russian Knapweed in Southeastern Arizona

Authors

Kim H. McReynolds, The University of Arizona Cooperative ExtensionFollow
Larry D. Howery, The University of ArizonaFollow

Volume

39

Issue

2

Abstract

Russian knapweed has been problematic in the Northern U.S. for decades, but only recently found in Southeastern Arizona. Due to its aggressive nature and threat to ecological and agricultural values, a working group was formed to address the problem. A plan of action was developed and implemented. The objectives of the project reported in this article were to: 1) develop a public outreach program to increase awareness of noxious weed impacts, 2) use GPS and GIS technology to map Russian knapweed infestations, and 3) use mapping data to plan and coordinate an integrated management strategy in Cochise County, Arizona. Due to these efforts, Russian knapweed infestations have been reduced and continue to be monitored and treated using an integrated management approach.

Recommended Citation

McReynolds, K. H., & Howery, L. D. (2001). Public Education, Mapping, and Early Action to Control Russian Knapweed in Southeastern Arizona. The Journal of Extension, 39(2), Article 4. https://open.clemson.edu/joe/vol39/iss2/4