US EditionResearch finds that spread of invasive plants into Minnesota can be just one click away
- Invasive plants can be easily purchased online, as shown by research from the University of Minnesota's Invasive Terrestrial Plants and Pests Center and the Minnesota Department of Agriculture.
- The study found that 57 of the invasive plants were regulated under the Minnesota Noxious Weed Law, while 20 were considered potentially harmful but unregulated.
- The research revealed that 57 regulated invasive plants were purchased with only 8% of attempts denied due to regulations.
- Morey emphasized the importance of educating plant buyers about invasive species in their state and suggested, 'When in doubt, buy native.
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Research finds that spread of invasive plants into Minnesota can be just one click away
How easy is it to have invasive plants delivered right to your door? Too easy, discovered the University of Minnesota's Invasive Terrestrial Plants and Pests Center along with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture. The groups collaborated on a recent research project to understand the online sales of terrestrial invasive plants as a pathway of spread in Minnesota. The research team, led by principal investigator Amy Morey, aimed to purchase up…
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