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Invasive species can be plants, animals or other non-native living organisms which can have substantial adverse impacts on a wide range of areas ranging from sustainability of agricultural production to conservation and protection of critical natural resources. Research activities focus on detection and identification of invasive species, estimating potential impacts and developing control measures to prevent environmental and economic losses from invasive species infestation.
(09/21/23) Louisiana is home to some of the most destructive invasive species in the United States. The LSU AgCenter has long worked to monitor and manage them.
(02/22/23) Scientists continue to learn more about roseau cane die-offs, roseau cane scale and solutions to these problems.
Field surveys have revealed the spread of RCS across all of coastal Louisiana into neighboring states.
LSU AgCenter scientists conduct research to identify effective means of controlling or limiting the damage from invasive species in Louisiana agriculture.
