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Working In The Weeds

UF/IFAS Center for Aquatic and Invasive Plants

Working In The Weeds is a podcast by the University of Florida/IFAS Center for Aquatic and Invasive Plants. This podcast will connect scientists with stakeholders, clarify issues surrounding invasive plants, and highlight the research being conducted at the Center.

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00:19:15

Seasons of Change: A Look Back and What's Next...

Working In The Weeds ·

2025/06/11

In this episode, the co-hosts share some big news: the podcast is taking a break as both Dr. Ferrell and Christine take on new roles. Join us as we reflect on the top episodes and memorable moments since starting Working in the Weeds!—Working In The Weeds is a podcast by the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠University of Florida/IFAS Center for Aquatics and Invasive Plants⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This series connects scientists with stakeholders to clarify and discuss issues surrounding aquatic and invasive plants, while also highlighting the

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00:32:49

Herbicides 101: 2,4-D

Working In The Weeds ·

2025/02/12

Dr. Ferrell and Christine talk about one of the oldest herbicides used today. 2,4-D has a rich history in agriculture and natural resource management. Listen to this episode to learn about the science behind 2,4-D.Helpful Resources⁠⁠Herbicides 101: What's the Deal with Aquatic Herbicides?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Silent Spring UF/IFAS CAIP Blog⁠⁠—Working In The Weeds is a podcast by the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠University of Florida/IFAS Center for Aquatics and Invasive Plants⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This series connects scientists with

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00:28:38

Herbicides 101: Let's Review and What's New...

Working In The Weeds ·

2025/01/15

In this episode, set the stage for future conversations. First, we review how herbicides work and the registration process. Then, we introduce herbicide selectivity and resistance. Stay tuned as we continue to turn science into solutions!Helpful Resources ⁠Herbicides 101: What's the Deal with Aquatic Herbicides?⁠ ⁠⁠Silent Spring UF/IFAS CAIP Blog⁠ — Working In The Weeds is a podcast by the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠University of Florida/IFAS Center for Aquatics and Invasive Plants⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This series connects

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00:24:09

St. Johns River Restoration: A Tale on Turtles and...

Working In The Weeds ·

2024/07/24

This week we chat with Dan Kolterman, from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Aquatic Habitat Conservation and Restoration Section, about their efforts to restore natural areas in one of Florida's most iconic river systems.Helpful Resources FWC Aquatic Habitat Conservation and Restoration Section — Working In The Weeds is a podcast by the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠University of Florida/IFAS Center for Aquatics and Invasive Plants⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This series connects scientists with stakeholders to clarify

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00:29:44

Plant Deep Dive: Crested Floating Heart

Working In The Weeds ·

2024/07/10

Take a deep dive with us as we talk with CJ about crested floating heart! Learn how this invasive plant looks, spreads, and outcompetes native flora; disrupting biodiversity, flood control, and water quality. We discuss the challenges of managing this invasive in Florida's waters, and the current research being conducted on it here at the Center for Aquatic and Invasive Plants.Helpful Resources Crested Floating Heart Plant Profile

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00:26:01

New Zealand, New Solutions: Invasive Plants Abroad

Working In The Weeds ·

2024/06/26

This week we sit down with Dr. Daniel Clements, a freshwater ecologist for the National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research, to discuss plant management practices abroad and similarities between the invasive plants found in New Zealand and Florida.Helpful Resources NIWA Freshwater Research — Working In The Weeds is a podcast by the ⁠⁠⁠University of Florida/IFAS Center for Aquatics and Invasive Plants⁠⁠⁠. This series connects scientists with stakeholders to clarify and discuss issues

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00:29:49

Lake Personalities: Lake Kissimmee

Working In The Weeds ·

2024/06/12

To the east of Lake Wales lies Lake Kissimmee...This week we chat with Marty Mann, a biologist from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, to learn more about this system and its rich history!Helpful Resources Working in the Weeds ⁠⁠Lakes and Landscapes Episode⁠⁠ FWC What's Happening On My Lake ⁠⁠Website⁠⁠ — Working In The Weeds is a podcast by the ⁠⁠⁠⁠University of Florida/IFAS Center for Aquatics and Invasive Plants⁠⁠⁠⁠. This series connects scientists with stakeholders to

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00:29:54

Navigating Nuisance Natives: Eelgrass in Tennessee

Working In The Weeds ·

2024/05/29

What happens when a native becomes a nuisance? 🤔 This week we get to learn about eelgrass in Lake Guntersville with Troy Goldsby! Tune in to learn more about this plant in the Tennessee Valley...Helpful Resources: Eelgrass Plant Profile — Working In The Weeds is a podcast by the ⁠⁠University of Florida/IFAS Center for Aquatics and Invasive Plants⁠⁠. This series connects scientists with stakeholders to clarify and discuss issues surrounding aquatic and invasive plants, while also highlighting the

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00:26:26

Old World Climbing Fern Deep Dive

Working In The Weeds ·

2024/05/15

What has up to 28,000 spores on a single leaflet and rhizomes that form dense, wiry, brown mats? Old world climbing fern, of course! Listen to this plant deep dive to learn about the tremendous impact this invasive plant has on Florida's natural areas.Helpful Resources Old World Climbing Fern Plant Profile UF/IFAS Assessment EDDMapS Old World Climbing Fern AskIFAS — Working In The Weeds is a podcast by the ⁠University of Florida/IFAS Center for Aquatics and Invasive Plants⁠. This

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00:28:37

What's a PULA? Changes Coming to Herbicide Use

Working In The Weeds ·

2024/05/01

In this episode we discuss one of the biggest changes to pesticide use since the formation of the Environmental Protection Agency. Dr. Brett Bultemeier with the UF/IFAS Pesticide Information Office shares what Pesticide Use Limitation Areas mean when it comes to using pesticides in areas that have endangered species.Helpful Resources Bulletins Live! Two UF/IFAS PIO Blog: Do You Know Where to Find a PULA? EPA Workplan for ESA UF/IFAS PIO Website — Working In The Weeds is a podcast by

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00:34:56

Giant Salvinia in Jacksonville: EDRR in Action

Working In The Weeds ·

2024/04/17

Is there a new "green menace" in the St. Johns River? Listen to this episode to learn about how Jessica Spencer, a USACE Engineer Invasive Plant Biologist, is working with local authorities to combat the spread of this invasive plant.Helpful Resources UF/IFAS CAIP Blog: Giant Salvinia in Jacksonville UF/IFAS CAIP Blog: Early Detection Rapid Response Giant Salvinia Plant Profile News4Jax Article — Working In The Weeds is a podcast by the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠University of Florida/IFAS Center for

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00:32:11

Research Review: Do herbicides harm bass?

Working In The Weeds ·

2024/04/03

In this episode, Dr. Ferrell and Christine sit down with Dr. Joe Bisesi to review one of his latest research studies that starts to answer..."Do herbicides harm bass?" Listen to learn about how Dr. Bisesi studied the impacts of two common herbicides on bass at three different life stages.Helpful Resources More about Dr. Bisesi — Working In The Weeds is a podcast by the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠University of Florida/IFAS Center for Aquatics and Invasive Plants⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This series connects

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00:29:51

Herbicides 101: Frequently Asked Questions

Working In The Weeds ·

2024/03/20

In this episode, we answer five common questions about aquatic herbicides:Will these herbicides harm migratory birds and bees? Do herbicides harm fish or effect water quality? Are the fish safe to eat after treatments? And will these chemicals harm my family or pets? Why do they continue to spray when there are so few plants? Do aquatic herbicides contribute to blue-green algae blooms? Helpful Resources ⁠Herbicides 101: What's the Deal with Aquatic Herbicides?⁠ ⁠⁠Silent Spring UF/IFAS

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00:36:24

Herbicides 101: How Do Aquatic Herbicides Work?

Working In The Weeds ·

2024/03/06

In this episode, we share four common ways aquatic herbicides work as a tool for controlling plants. Christine explains how a plant grows and functions, then Dr. Ferrell describes how herbicides carefully disrupt those processes to provide plant control.Helpful Resources Herbicides 101: What's the Deal with Aquatic Herbicides? ⁠Silent Spring UF/IFAS CAIP Blog⁠ ⁠Herbicide FAQs⁠ — Working In The Weeds is a podcast by the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠University of Florida/IFAS Center for Aquatics and Invasive

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00:42:07

Herbicides 101: What's The Deal With Aquatic Herbicides?

Working In The Weeds ·

2024/02/21

In this episode, we talk about herbicide technology and what aquatic treatments look like today. Dr. Ferrell shares an overview on the history, registration process, and science behind aquatic herbicides.Helpful Resources Chemical Control Web Resources Silent Spring UF/IFAS CAIP Blog Herbicide FAQs — Working In The Weeds is a podcast by the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠University of Florida/IFAS Center for Aquatics and Invasive Plants⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This series connects scientists with stakeholders to clarify and discuss

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00:34:56

Lake Personalities: Orange Lake

Working In The Weeds ·

2024/02/07

We talk with FWC Biologist, Eric Nagid, about Orange Lake. This waterbody lies just south of Gainesville, FL and has a unique history. Listen to our conversation to learn more about how dynamic each of Florida's lakes can be! Helpful Resources Working in the Weeds ⁠Lakes and Landscapes Episode⁠ FWC What's Happening On My Lake ⁠Website⁠ — Working In The Weeds is a podcast by the ⁠⁠⁠University of Florida/IFAS Center for Aquatics and Invasive Plants⁠⁠⁠. This series connects scientists with

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00:31:12

Phone-A-Friend: What should I do about my invasive...

Working In The Weeds ·

2024/01/24

Have you ever had an invasive plant problem? Were you not sure what to do? In this episode we call in a few experts to answer common questions we receive from gardeners, land managers, and lakefront property owners. Questions we answer: I built some new flower beds a couple of years ago but have recently noticed a few new plants growing in it. I friend recently told me she thinks these are Chinese Crown orchids. Where did these come from and what should I do? I have a 10 acre pasture that is

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00:33:03

Biological Hide and Seek: Giant salvinia as an...

Working In The Weeds ·

2024/01/10

In this episode, we learn more about a recent study conducted at the Center with lab manager, Corrina. The purpose of this study was to investigate how long giant salvinia (Salvinia molesta) can survive on boat bunks, and what that means for traveling right after a boat day. Listen to learn about how the study was set up and what the researchers found out! Helpful Resources Giant Salvinia Plant Profile Common Salvinia Plant Profile UF/IFAS CAIP Blog — Working In The Weeds is a podcast by

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00:31:16

What the Muck?? with Dr. Mike Allen

Working In The Weeds ·

2023/11/01

In this episode, Dr. Ferrell and Christine speak with Dr. Mike Allen, Director of the Nature Coast Biological Station and a professor of Fisheries and Aquatic Science in the School of Forest, Fisheries, and Geomatics Sciences at the University of Florida. Together we explore the question, “What is lake muck and what happens when there is too much of it”? Listen to learn more about lake muck and the impact invasive plants have on this element in Florida lakes. Helpful Resources Lake Muck

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00:36:36

That's a Good Question... (Part 1)

Working In The Weeds ·

2023/10/18

There are so many invasive plants and many have naturalized. Why not just leave them alone? Why can’t we just leave a few plants? Are herbicides dumped into the water? Does treating aquatic plants with herbicides cause more muck? Listen to this episode to find out the answer to these questions! — Working In The Weeds is a podcast by the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠University of Florida/IFAS Center for Aquatics and Invasive Plants⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This series connects scientists with stakeholders to clarify and discuss issues

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