Integrated Vegetation Management in the United States

In July 2008, a research trip to the USA was completed by project representatives. The purpose of the visit the US was primarily to look at mown vegetation management in the US, specifically integrated vegetation management strategies from appropriate species selection, through to the use of PGRs and herbicides with growth regulatory effects.

The project representatives met with a broad spectrum of people involved in vegetation management in the US so as to better understand the successes and challenges faced by researchers, asset owners, asset managers, Vegetation Management service providers and product suppliers.

Over the next few postings I will give you an overview of this research trip and what was uncovered in the US. Further information on integrated vegetation management strategies in the USA can be found at our website www.ivmp.com.au.