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 as a result of efforts in the late 1990's to improve awareness of the threats of invasive plants.
Invasive Plant Symposium at the North Central Weed Science Society Meeting
When: December 13, 2019
Where: Hyatt-Regency Hotel, Columbus, OH
OIPC has partnered with the North Central Weed Science Society (NCWSS) and the Midwest Invasive Plant Network (MIPN) to co-host an Invasive Plant Symposium, 9am-3:30pm, as a part of the NCWSS Annual Meeting. The agenda consists of six speakers on relevant invasive plant topics, including regional collaborative efforts, data sharing, control of reed canary grass, and invasiveness of shrubby cultivars. Registration is $40.00, which includes morning refreshments.
To register, go to: http://ncwss.org/register-non-member/
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OIPC FALL NEWSLETTER HAS ARRIVED!
Download newsletter HERE. All OIPC Newsletters are archived HERE. In this issue: - President's Corner - OIPC Seeking Applications for Research Grants - Ohio's Sprawling Invasive Grasses are on the Move - Ohio Invasive Plant Workshops - Alternative Highlight: Northern Bush Honeysuckle |
OIPC IS SEEKING APPLICATIONS FOR RESEARCH GRANTS!
OIPC is soliciting applications for our Invasive Plants Research Grants. This grants program funds research projects on invasive plants in Ohio for amounts up to $1,500. Projects initiated by graduate students, land managers, or amateur botanists are welcomed.
We will accept and review proposals that focus on basic biology, ecology, management, distribution, or horticultural aspects of invasive plants in Ohio. Our highest priority for funding is for proposals that address questions about potential invasive plants for which the lack of published data hinders their evaluation by the OIPC Assessment Team. In addition, we will also prioritize proposals that directly connect to management of invasives. When the grant evaluation team reviews grant proposals, extra points are given for proposals which address these priority areas.
UPDATE: Deadline for applications has been extended to Nov. 15, 2019. Please direct any questions to Emily Rauschert, Cleveland State University.
More details are available HERE and the rubric criteria is also HERE.
OIPC is soliciting applications for our Invasive Plants Research Grants. This grants program funds research projects on invasive plants in Ohio for amounts up to $1,500. Projects initiated by graduate students, land managers, or amateur botanists are welcomed.
We will accept and review proposals that focus on basic biology, ecology, management, distribution, or horticultural aspects of invasive plants in Ohio. Our highest priority for funding is for proposals that address questions about potential invasive plants for which the lack of published data hinders their evaluation by the OIPC Assessment Team. In addition, we will also prioritize proposals that directly connect to management of invasives. When the grant evaluation team reviews grant proposals, extra points are given for proposals which address these priority areas.
UPDATE: Deadline for applications has been extended to Nov. 15, 2019. Please direct any questions to Emily Rauschert, Cleveland State University.
More details are available HERE and the rubric criteria is also HERE.
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Upcoming Webinar about Aquatic Hydrilla
To learn more about how to detect and manage invasive Hydrilla, you can register for the Great Lakes Hydrilla Collaborative’s technical webinar, “Two Case Studies on Hydrilla Rapid Response in the Great Lakes,” on Tuesday, November 19th at 2:00 pm EST. There will also be an approximately 40-minute panel presentation followed by a Q&A session. To register, send an email to hydrillacollaborative@ene.com. A webinar link and conference call number will be provided several days prior to the event. If you cannot attend, a recording of the webinar will be made available on http://hydrillacollaborative.com/. |
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OIPC/Franklin SWCD Workshop for Central Ohio was Successful!
When: August 21, 6-9pm Where: Franklin SWCD Offices, 1404 Goodale Blvd, Columbus, OH The second OIPC workshop this year was held at the SWCD office on Goodale Boulevard in Columbus. Similar to the first workshop in Mansfield, there were two speakers from OIPC talking about invasive plants & control methods, as well as recommended alternatives. In addition, information was provided about the Franklin SWCD’s Community Backyards Rebate Program and the Central Ohio Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (CO PRISM). More than 60 people attended, many of which were new to OIPC’s programs. A selection of invasive plant specimens were provided for the attendees to view during a break. Please see the agenda HERE. 
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UPDATE: 38 Invasive Plants Now Regulated by the ODA in Ohio
Tree-of-heaven
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The hearing for the ODA Invasive Plant Rules was held at the Ohio Department of Agriculture's office on November 30th. There were only 3 people providing testimony, Jennifer Windus (OIPC), Theresa Culley (OIPC and University of Cincinnati), and Anthony Sasson (The Nature Conservancy). All three were supportive of the rules, so there was no opposition. The JCARR hearing was held on December 11th and the rules were approved. The new rules went into effect on Jan. 7, 2018, so be sure to watch the ODA website for more details and the final wording of the rules, including the list of invasive plants. ODA will be forming their Invasive Plant Advisory Committee early in 2018.
On January 11, 2018, Jennifer Windus was interviewed by WOSU's Ann Fisher. Listen HERE. Theresa Culley was also interviewed on Cincinnati's WCPO. Watch HERE. |
Ways You or Your Organization Can Help
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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.