Non-native invasive species (NNIS) lack natural checks and balances in their new ecosystems, allowing them to outcompete native species and degrade habitats. Invasive plants results in significant economic costs—estimated at $120 billion nationwide—due to reduced agricultural productivity, compromised fisheries, and increased management expenses involved with prevention, control, and restoration efforts . Invasives also hinder land use and public safety by encroaching on roadways and requiring more maintenance. Overall, invasive plants raise operational costs for farmers, landowners, public property managers, and taxpayers alike.
Click the image or click here for the Field Guide to Kentucky’s Invasive Plants. This includes helpful identification tips as well as management options.
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SPECIES WATCHLIST!!
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