Why OIPC Exists
The Ohio Invasive Plants Council is a coalition of agencies, organizations, and individuals throughout Ohio concerned about the introduction, spread, and control of invasive, non-native plants in Ohio's natural habitats. OIPC promotes public awareness of invasive species issues and encourages land management and research to detect invasive species and prevent new invasions into natural ecosystems. OIPC was formed as a 501(c)(3)not-for-profit organization in 2005 to improve awareness of the threats of invasive plants.
The Ohio Invasive Plants Council is a coalition of agencies, organizations, and individuals throughout Ohio concerned about the introduction, spread, and control of invasive, non-native plants in Ohio's natural habitats. OIPC promotes public awareness of invasive species issues and encourages land management and research to detect invasive species and prevent new invasions into natural ecosystems. OIPC was formed as a 501(c)(3)not-for-profit organization in 2005 to improve awareness of the threats of invasive plants.
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It's that time...the Spring 2024 Newsletter is now available!
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Save the Date: Ohio River Valley Invasive Species Conference March 19-20, 2025
The Midwest Invasive Plant Network (MIPN) will be holding its first ever Ohio River Valley Invasive Species Conference on March 19-20 at the Boone County Extension Enrichment Center in northern KY. This conference will be offered every other year going forward, alternating with the Upper Midwest Invasive Species Conference (UMISC). The conference will feature field trips on March 19 followed by a full day of talks in multiple sessions on March 20. Local co-organizers are Kris Stone of the Boone County Arboretum and Theresa Culley of the University of Cincinnati. More information is at: https://mipnconference.weebly.commipnconference.weebly.com. |
Proceedings of the 2023 Research Conference
You can read up more about past OIPC Research Conferences on our "OIPC Resources" webpage. The schedule and abstracts for our 2023 conference titled Invasive Plants and Global Change: Addressing the Challenges of Tomorrow is now available.
You can read up more about past OIPC Research Conferences on our "OIPC Resources" webpage. The schedule and abstracts for our 2023 conference titled Invasive Plants and Global Change: Addressing the Challenges of Tomorrow is now available.
Bounty Program Now Offered for Callery Pear in Licking County
To stop the spread of the invasive Callery pear tree, the Licking County Pollinator Pathway has launched a Bradford pear "bounty" program which offers a reward of a FREE pollinator-friendly native tree for each invasive Bradford tree removed by property owners in Licking County. More information is available HERE and you can hear of a recent WOSU radio story about the program HERE.
To stop the spread of the invasive Callery pear tree, the Licking County Pollinator Pathway has launched a Bradford pear "bounty" program which offers a reward of a FREE pollinator-friendly native tree for each invasive Bradford tree removed by property owners in Licking County. More information is available HERE and you can hear of a recent WOSU radio story about the program HERE.
A Great Time at the 2023 OIPC Research Conference
OIPC hosts a research conference every three years and the 2023 conference, titled Addressing the Challenges of Tomorrow, was held on Friday, Oct. 27 at the Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center in Columbus, OH. We had an exciting list of speakers, including Lew Zika from Columbia University, Evelyn Beauty from Princeton, Theresa Gruninger from the Great Lakes Commission, Deah Lieurance from Penn State University, Kali Mattingly from OSU, and our own David Listerman from Listerman & Assoc. We also are continuing our ever-popular Rapid Updates from selected land managers around the state. The full program, including our list of sponsors, is HERE. The conference series encourages interaction among land managers, scientists, the green industry and the public concerning invasive plants in natural and managed ecosystems.
OIPC hosts a research conference every three years and the 2023 conference, titled Addressing the Challenges of Tomorrow, was held on Friday, Oct. 27 at the Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center in Columbus, OH. We had an exciting list of speakers, including Lew Zika from Columbia University, Evelyn Beauty from Princeton, Theresa Gruninger from the Great Lakes Commission, Deah Lieurance from Penn State University, Kali Mattingly from OSU, and our own David Listerman from Listerman & Assoc. We also are continuing our ever-popular Rapid Updates from selected land managers around the state. The full program, including our list of sponsors, is HERE. The conference series encourages interaction among land managers, scientists, the green industry and the public concerning invasive plants in natural and managed ecosystems.
OIPC Alternatives Website Now Available!
In addition to our OIPC Alternatives Brochure, the same information is now available online where it can be updated more readily. This is a great way to discover other suitable plants to place in your landscape if you want to get rid of invasive species. You can visit the new site under "Alternatives" on the toolbar above, or go directly to: ALTERNATIVE LIST
In addition to our OIPC Alternatives Brochure, the same information is now available online where it can be updated more readily. This is a great way to discover other suitable plants to place in your landscape if you want to get rid of invasive species. You can visit the new site under "Alternatives" on the toolbar above, or go directly to: ALTERNATIVE LIST
Invasive Plants Recently Featured on The Ohio Channel
Watch this educational video on invasive species, featuring OIPC President Jennifer Windus. You can learn how to recognize invasive species, what they do to our environment, and how to get involved. You can view the entire 7.5 minute video here: https://www.ohiochannel.org/video/naturally-ohio-invasive-plants
Watch this educational video on invasive species, featuring OIPC President Jennifer Windus. You can learn how to recognize invasive species, what they do to our environment, and how to get involved. You can view the entire 7.5 minute video here: https://www.ohiochannel.org/video/naturally-ohio-invasive-plants
OIPC Workshops are Back!
Following a COVID-induced pause in programming, OIPC was thrilled to hold an in-person workshop at the Lowe-Volk Nature Center in Crestline on September 1, 2022. It was well-attended with almost 40 people who enjoyed a morning session with speakers and an outdoor afternoon session with hikes and control demonstrations. We appreciated the support from Crawford Park District for hosting this event. Speakers at the workshop included Jennifer Windus, 3 park district land managers – Kyle Bailey from Crawford Park District, Chris Roshon from Preservation Parks of Delaware County, and Austin Roby from Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District, as well as Madison Brown from the Ohio Natural Areas & Preserves Association.
Following a COVID-induced pause in programming, OIPC was thrilled to hold an in-person workshop at the Lowe-Volk Nature Center in Crestline on September 1, 2022. It was well-attended with almost 40 people who enjoyed a morning session with speakers and an outdoor afternoon session with hikes and control demonstrations. We appreciated the support from Crawford Park District for hosting this event. Speakers at the workshop included Jennifer Windus, 3 park district land managers – Kyle Bailey from Crawford Park District, Chris Roshon from Preservation Parks of Delaware County, and Austin Roby from Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District, as well as Madison Brown from the Ohio Natural Areas & Preserves Association.
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FALL INVASIVE PLANT FOCUS: Japanese Hops |
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Japanese hop or hops (Humulus japonicus) is a rapidly growing vine in the Hemp family that is often found along rivers floodplains, and lakeshores. It's rapid growth of up to 35 ft in a growing season means that it can quickly overtop other vegetation. If you have this on your property, it would be good to remove it as soon as possible. Read more about this species HERE.
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OIPC Has a New Informational Display
If your group has a conference or gathering and is interested in having OIPC attend with our informational display, please let us know (see "Contact Us").
If your group has a conference or gathering and is interested in having OIPC attend with our informational display, please let us know (see "Contact Us").
Oak Openings CWMA Factsheets on Management Now Available
You can read about the nice work that the Oak Openings Cooperative Weed Management Area (CWMA) is doing in northwestern Ohio here. The group has also developed 24 excellent factsheets on best management practices here. Targeted species include Callery pear, Japanese stiltgrass, Narrowleaf cattail, and Japanese knotweed as a few examples. See their list to learn about how to remove and manage other invasive species!
You can read about the nice work that the Oak Openings Cooperative Weed Management Area (CWMA) is doing in northwestern Ohio here. The group has also developed 24 excellent factsheets on best management practices here. Targeted species include Callery pear, Japanese stiltgrass, Narrowleaf cattail, and Japanese knotweed as a few examples. See their list to learn about how to remove and manage other invasive species!
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PARTNER SPOTLIGHT:
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COPRISM - Central Ohio Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management
COPRISM is regional partnership working to protect Central Ohio’s natural resources, public health, safety, and economy through a coordinated approach to prevent, combat, and improve awareness of invasive species. Their focus is on all types of invasive species, including terrestrial and aquatic plants and animals, pests and pathogens. |
Would you like to Join the OIPC Discussion Group?
Our OIPC Yahoo listerv group has now been moved over to Google Groups. If you are not yet a member and wish to hear and join in discussions of invasive plants, you are welcome to join for free! Just follow the directions under the "Resources" tab, or click HERE.
Our OIPC Yahoo listerv group has now been moved over to Google Groups. If you are not yet a member and wish to hear and join in discussions of invasive plants, you are welcome to join for free! Just follow the directions under the "Resources" tab, or click HERE.
Invasive Plants Regulated by the ODA in Ohio
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There is now a revised list of plant species regulated as invasive in the state of Ohio, with the addition of many aquatics. The full list now consists of 63 species, including the Callery pear (Pyrus calleryana)
For the most recent list of invasive plant species banned from commercial sale and distribution in Ohio, visit the ODA website HERE. The original Ruling is HERE. The ODA also regulates Prohibited Noxious Weeds, some of which have been determined by the OIPC to be Invasive. You can view the ODA's list of Prohibited Noxious Weeds HERE. Please check the ODA website for opportunities to comment on the proposed listed species. |
Ways You or Your Organization Can Help
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OIPC participates in the Kroger Community Rewards program. If you have not yet enrolled, OIPC would be grateful for your support. You can find enrollment instructions HERE. Thank you!
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Research Needs Identified by Assessment Team
OIPC is collaborating in an effort to assess invasive plants in Ohio. During that process the Assessment Team has encountered a number of important information gaps. Filling these gaps will lead to a better understanding of the invasive potential of particular species. We encourage researchers to help us address these issues. See the Help Answer Research Questions page for detailed questions.