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A Resource Guide to Invasive Aquatic Plants and Non-Toxic Treatment Options
Control of invasive aquatic plants is most common via waterborne pesticides of herbicides. In Massachusetts alone approximately 230 water bodies are commercially treated with herbicides each year in an attempt to reduce or control invasive plants or other aquatic weeds. We now know that these toxic chemicals can be linked to a wide range of public health and environmental concerns. They can be dangerous to other plants, animals, and most importantly human health. Potentially more troubling is the vast amount that we still do not know about pesticides and their impact on people-especially children-and our environment.
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Problems with Aquatic Herbicides
Invasive aquatic plants represent a serious problem in many lakes and waterways. To combat the aquatic weed infestation, herbicides are often applied directly to the water to kill the plants. Many of these herbicides are quite toxic and while permits are required prior to the application there may be flaws with the permit process.
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Water Technology Courses
The University of Wisconsin Milwaukee, School of Continuing Education will be offering several classes related to the water industry.
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Herbicide Treatment for Aquatic Pest Plants Opposed
The Government and electricity giant Mighty River Power want restrictions lifted on banned pesticides for aquatic weed control. But iwi groups, environmentalists, beekeepers and the eel industry are opposing the move, saying there is not enough evidence to show the chemicals are be released safely into the environment.
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Herbicide Resistant Hydrilla
Hydrilla was introduced to the waters of Florida in the 1950’s and is today one of the most serious aquatic weed problems in the USA. The aquatic herbicide Fluridone is the only chemical approved by the EPA that provided systemic control of the aquatic plant.
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