Drought and Invasive Species

Date: September 14
Time: 2:00 PM, eastern time
Duration: 1.5 hrs

Registration: http://www.climatewebinars.net/webinars/drought-invasives

Presentation summary:
Drought creates the potential for invasive plant species to increase in diversity and abundance in a variety of ecosystems, often mediated by the occurrence of disturbances (wildfire, insect outbreaks).  Because the frequency and magnitude of droughts will increase in a warmer climate, scientific information on drought effects is needed to inform management and planning to ensure long-term sustainability of forest and rangeland ecosystems. This webinar will explore (1) current issues related to the effects of drought on invasive species, (2) examples of drought-related impacts on ecosystems, and (3) management options for increasing resilience.

Presented By:

• Jon Keeley (U.S. Geological Survey, Three Rivers, CA)
• Cynthia Huebner (U.S. Forest Service, Northern Research Station, Morgantown, WV)
• Louisa Evers (Bureau of Land Management, Portland, OR)

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