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Western Society of Weed Science
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Professional society dedicated to weed management in managed & natural areas of western North America.
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This is a friendly reminder that the #WSWS2026 Annual Meeting is quickly approaching, taking place March 2–5, 2026 in Tucson.

If you have not yet booked your hotel, please note the deadline for group rates is tomorrow!

https://wsweedscience.org/annual-meeting-2026/.

#WSWS
February 12, 2026 at 12:37 AM
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#WSWS has several different ways that you can contribute to help us advance our mission & support the next generation of #weedscientists!

https://wsweedscience.org/annual-meeting-silent-auction/#!form/2023SilentAuctionDonation

#weedscience #invasiveplants #scholarship #fundraising
February 10, 2026 at 2:50 PM
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Warming temperatures open the door for an Arctic invasion of weeds.

https://www.earth.com/news/thousands-of-non-native-plants-could-invade-the-arctic/

#WSWS #invasiveplants #weedscience #climatechange #tourism #shipping #construction
February 6, 2026 at 4:35 PM
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It's here - the #WSWS Winter 2026 Newsletter! Don't miss the latest news & updates for our Society!

https://wsweedscience.org/wsws-newsletters/

#invasiveplants #weedscience #agriculture #weedmanagement
February 5, 2026 at 6:02 PM
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Attention #WSWS2026 attendees! The hotel reservation booking link has been extended through Thursday, February 12th. Please secure your room, and we'll see you in Tucson!

https://wsweedscience.org/annual-meeting-2026/

#WSWS #invasiveplants #weedscience
February 5, 2026 at 3:01 PM
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Who’s heading to Weed Science Society of America (#WSSA) Annual Meeting in Raleigh, NC on Feb. 9–12, 2026? Drop a 👋 in the comments if you’ll be there. Let’s see how strong the western #weedscience crowd is going to be this year! 🌱

#WSWS #invasiveplants #WSSA2026
January 30, 2026 at 7:06 PM
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The #WSSA has announced they are accepting applications for the WSSA Science Policy Fellow. Interested candidates should submit a resume/CV, a writing sample, and two letters of reference to [email protected] before March 27, 2026.

#WSWS #invasiveplants #weedscience #sciencepolicy #agriculture
January 29, 2026 at 4:15 PM
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LAST CALL! #WSWS newsletter submissions are due TOMORROW for the Winter edition! Please get them in!

#weedscience #invasiveplants
January 24, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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⏰ Reminder that content submissions for the #WSWS Winter Newsletter are due in just 4 days! Please email info to [email protected]

#invasiveplants #weedscience
January 21, 2026 at 3:20 PM
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It's time for the 2026 #WSWS Winter Newsletter! We need your submissions no later than Jan. 25th. Please submit article updates & info to [email protected]

#invasiveplants #weedscience
January 15, 2026 at 3:05 PM
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📣Attention #WSWS2026 Annual Meeting Attendees!

We are currently accepting donations from sponsors to support the reception, breaks, luncheon, & breakfast! If you'd like to help, please contact #WSWS leadership or check your email for more details!

#weedscience #invasiveplants
January 14, 2026 at 7:11 PM
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Good news for much of the North American west! Recent snowfall and rains have reduced severe #drought conditions across the region.

https://droughtmonitor.unl.edu/CurrentMap/StateDroughtMonitor.aspx?West

#WSWS #invasiveplants #weedscience #agriculture #farming
January 6, 2026 at 3:05 PM
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Many #bird species are harmed by #invasiveplants that alter #habitat, reduce food, and disrupt nesting. That’s why #weedscience and #invasiveplantmanagement matter - protecting native plants, insect #foodwebs, and healthy bird habitat. 🦆

#WSWS #nationalbirdday
January 5, 2026 at 4:05 PM
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🌿 Now Hiring: Senior Ecologist 🌿

The City of Boulder is seeking a Senior Ecologist...

🗓 Apply by: January 30, 2026
💼 Full-time | 💰 $83,616 – $121,118
📍 City of Boulder Careers https://bouldercolorado.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/details/Ecologist-Senior_JR7868

#WSWS #jobopportunity
January 4, 2026 at 10:40 PM
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Sending warm wishes for a bright + joyful holiday season! 🌟💚❄️ We'll see you in 2026!

#WSWS
December 22, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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We wouldn't MOOSE the opportunity to participate in #nationaluglychristmassweaterday!🤣🫎

#WSWS #invasiveplants #weedscience #tumbleweed
December 19, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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Waterhemp continues to gain ground in North Dakota according to the 2025 NDSU weed survey....

https://www.agweek.com/crops/waterhemp-continues-to-gain-ground-in-north-dakota

#WSWS #weedscience #invasiveplants
Waterhemp continues to gain ground in North Dakota
The 2025 NDSU weed survey said there is waterhemp in 38 of North Dakota’s 53 counties.
www.agweek.com
December 18, 2025 at 8:15 PM
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#FlashbackFriday to this article & history about the tumbleweed's invasion in western North America & its impact to agriculture, wildlife, native plants, & more.

https://www.nhm.ac.uk/discover/tumbleweeds-fastest-plant-invasion-in-usa-history.html

#WSWS #weedscience #invasiveplants
December 13, 2025 at 2:25 AM
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🎁👀 Look at ALL of these amazing gifts that #NAISMA has in their holiday shop this year! The perfect presents for the weed scientists in your life!

https://shop.naisma.org/products/sleighin-invasives-holiday-tee

#WSWS #invasivespecies
December 11, 2025 at 2:20 PM
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An invasive mullein weed spotted in #Yosemite is a reminder of how quickly #invasiveplants can colonize disturbed sites, outcompeting natives & altering ecosystem function.

https://www.thecooldown.com/outdoors/invasive-plant-species-native-garden-yosemite-monte-mullein/

#WSWS #weedscience #EDRR

Onlooker shares photo of concerning discovery in US national park: 'This is mind-blowing'
A visitor to Yosemite Natural Park shared a photo of tall, stalk-like Mullein plants shooting up from the ground at a campsite, calling them a monstrosity.
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December 11, 2025 at 3:32 AM
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🎉🆕📰🎉: Invasive plants have a delayed and longer flowering phenology than native plants in an ecoregional flora
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December 5, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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#UCANR & partners are launching a 10-week webinar series to help farmers transition to certified organic! Weekly Wed sessions cover certification, #soilhealth, pests & marketing—led by advisors, producers & inspectors. #WorldSoilDay @caff-famfarms.bsky.social

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Transition to Organic Webinar Series for Crop Producers
A webinar series to walk you through the organic transition process Dates: Wednesdays, January 14 – March 18, 2026* Time: 12:00 – 1:15 PM (presentation + Q&A) Optional Office Hours: 1:15 – 2:00 P...
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December 5, 2025 at 7:31 PM
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Snowpack in the West is lacking as shown by the snow water equivalent. Many basins across the West have snow water equivalents below 50% of normal as shown in red.

#snow #snowpack #drought #precipitation 🧪

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The snow water equivalent map of the western U.S. shows much below normal values for much of the region.
December 5, 2025 at 9:39 PM
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Weed management is essential for protecting #habitat, #forage, and ecosystem function for many #wildlife species. The work we do protects vital habitats by preserving #native plants, ensuring wildlife have the food, shelter, what they need to thrive.

#wildlifeconservationday #WSWS
December 4, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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Help support the future of #weedscience research by donating to the Rita Beard Endowment Foundation on this #GivingTuesday.

https://wsweedscience.org/rita-beard-endowment/#!form/RitaBeardDonation

#WSWS #givingback
December 2, 2025 at 2:30 PM