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International Weed Genomics Consortium Celebrates Three Years of Achievements

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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WESTMINSTER, Colo., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Since its founding in April, 2021, the International Weed Genomics Consortium (IWGC) has been steadily advancing weed science via collaboration. These advancements include weed species genome sequencing, assembly, and annotation that are accessible via the IWGC weed species website, WeedPedia, and other collaborative databases. Additionally, IWGC offers multiple conferences and training opportunities to share its findings with others each year.

Key Points: 
  • Since its founding in April, 2021, the International Weed Genomics Consortium (IWGC) has been steadily advancing weed science via collaboration.
  • These advancements include weed species genome sequencing, assembly, and annotation that are accessible via the IWGC weed species website, WeedPedia, and other collaborative databases.
  • WESTMINSTER, Colo., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Since its founding in April, 2021, the International Weed Genomics Consortium (IWGC) has been steadily advancing weed science via collaboration.
  • These advancements include weed species genome sequencing, assembly, and annotation that are accessible via the IWGC weed species website , WeedPedia , and other collaborative databases.

WSSA Announces Awards for Outstanding Contributions in Weed Science

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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WESTMINSTER, Colo., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) and its regional affiliates recently honored more than forty outstanding contributors to weed science during their recent annual meetings. WSSA, along with the North Central Weed Science Society (NCWSS), Northeastern Weed Science Society (NEWSS), Southern Weed Science Society (SWSS), and the Western Society of Weed Science (WSWS) recognized multiple, exceptional contributions.

Key Points: 
  • The Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) and its regional affiliates recently honored more than forty outstanding contributors to weed science during their recent annual meetings.
  • WSSA, along with the North Central Weed Science Society (NCWSS), Northeastern Weed Science Society (NEWSS), Southern Weed Science Society (SWSS), and the Western Society of Weed Science (WSWS) recognized multiple, exceptional contributions
    WESTMINSTER, Colo., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) and its regional affiliates recently honored more than forty outstanding contributors to weed science during their recent annual meetings.
  • WSSA, along with the North Central Weed Science Society (NCWSS), Northeastern Weed Science Society (NEWSS), Southern Weed Science Society (SWSS), and the Western Society of Weed Science (WSWS) recognized multiple, exceptional contributions.
  • "Outstanding advancements in weed science continue each year, and it's important to honor those whose contributions have been truly exceptional," says Greg Dahl, WSSA president.

If You Purchased Atonomi (ATMI) Tokens in 2018, a Class Action Settlement May Affect Your Rights

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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A settlement has been proposed in a class action lawsuit about Atonomi LLC's 2018 sale of ATMI tokens.

Key Points: 
  • A settlement has been proposed in a class action lawsuit about Atonomi LLC's 2018 sale of ATMI tokens.
  • If you qualify as a Class Member, you may send in a claim form to get your share of the settlement fund.
  • You can also exclude yourself from the settlement to retain your right to sue, or you can object to the settlement.
  • You are a Class Member and could get a payment if you purchased ATMI tokens via a Series 1 or Series 2 Simple Agreement for Future Tokens (SAFT) with Atonomi LLC in 2018.

National Pesticide Safety Education Month Focuses on Resources and Education to Support Safe Pesticide Handling and Use

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
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WESTMINSTER, Colo., Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- February is National Pesticide Safety Education Month and a time to review pesticide safety practices at your home or business, announces the Weed Science Society of America (WSSA). WSSA, The American Phytopathological Society (APS), and the Entomological Society of America (ESA) are among the many organizations in public and private sectors that promote pesticide safety awareness during February and throughout the year.

Key Points: 
  • February is National Pesticide Safety Education Month and a time to review pesticide safety practices at your home or business, announces the Weed Science Society of America (WSSA).
  • WESTMINSTER, Colo., Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- February is National Pesticide Safety Education Month and a time to review pesticide safety practices at your home or business, announces the Weed Science Society of America (WSSA).
  • "Every day requires caution and care to ensure safe pesticide use, but February – and National Pesticide Safety Education Month – is an especially appropriate time to carefully examine current best safety practices," says Lee Van Wychen, Ph.D., WSSA executive director of science policy."
  • The National Pesticide Safety Education Month webpage contains a quiz to check your knowledge of basic pesticide safety principles, as well as a self-assessment to evaluate your own pesticide safety practices at home and at work.

WSWS Annual Meeting Features Herbicide-Resistant Palmer Amaranth Management and Endangered Species Act Compliance Symposia

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
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WESTMINSTER, Colo., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Western Society of Weed Science (WSWS) 2024 Annual Meeting convenes March 4-7 at the Grand Hyatt Denver and will feature two hot-topic symposia: Herbicide-resistant Palmer amaranth management and Endangered Species Act (ESA) compliance, among many other important weed science topics.

Key Points: 
  • The Western Society of Weed Science (WSWS) 2024 Annual Meeting convenes March 4-7 at the Grand Hyatt Denver and will feature two hot-topic symposia: Herbicide-resistant Palmer amaranth management and Endangered Species Act (ESA) compliance, among many other important weed science topics.
  • WESTMINSTER, Colo., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Western Society of Weed Science (WSWS) 2024 Annual Meeting convenes March 4-7 at the Grand Hyatt Denver and will feature two hot-topic symposia: Herbicide-resistant Palmer amaranth management and Endangered Species Act (ESA) compliance, among many other important weed science topics.
  • "We're hoping land-management professionals, agronomists, weed scientists, farmers, students, and other interested individuals join us to learn the latest strategies to control herbicide-resistant Palmer amaranth and protect endangered plant species in the region," says Tim Prather, WSWS President.
  • "We have a great venue and as always, it is the people in attendance who make WSWS what it is."

Moa Reveals Data on Next-Generation Herbicides with New Modes of Action and Progress Towards Field Trials

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Thursday, January 25, 2024
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The trials planned in the northern and southern hemispheres will cover multiple lead molecules derived from new herbicide modes of action (MOAs).

Key Points: 
  • The trials planned in the northern and southern hemispheres will cover multiple lead molecules derived from new herbicide modes of action (MOAs).
  • Herbicide-resistant weeds threaten food security and agricultural productivity, and are a major problem for growing numbers of farmers across the world.
  • “The need for innovation to develop next-generation herbicides to overcome weed resistance to current herbicides is becoming ever more apparent,” says Dr Xavier Jacq, Chief Scientific Officer of Moa Technology.
  • At Moa we are advancing a growing pipeline of novel herbicides including bioherbicides towards field trials at pace.

Famed Texas Photographer and Weed Science Technologies Highlight 2024 Weed Science Society of America/Southern Weed Science Society Meeting

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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WESTMINISTER, Colo., Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Wyman Meinzer - state photographer of Texas - is set to give those attending the joint 2024 Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) and Southern Weed Science Society (SWSS) meeting a fascinating glimpse of the Lone Star State.

Key Points: 
  • Wyman Meinzer - state photographer of Texas - is set to give those attending the joint 2024 Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) and Southern Weed Science Society (SWSS) meeting a fascinating glimpse of the Lone Star State.
  • Meinzer will keynote the WSSA/SWSS meeting slated for January 22-25, 2024, in San Antonio, Texas.
  • WESTMINISTER, Colo., Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Wyman Meinzer - state photographer of Texas - is set to give those attending the joint 2024 Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) and Southern Weed Science Society (SWSS) meeting a fascinating glimpse of the Lone Star State.
  • Meinzer will keynote the WSSA/SWSS meeting slated for January 22-25, 2024, in San Antonio, Texas.

New Technologies Including Genetic Tools and Harvest Weed Seed Control Featured at Weed Science Meetings

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Monday, November 13, 2023
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WESTMINISTER, Colo., Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) and its regional affiliates will hold upcoming annual meetings to discuss new developments in weed science. It will include technology such as harvest weed seed control, weed management genetic tools, and UAV pesticide applications. First up are the annual meetings of the Canadian and the North Central weed science societies. Details for those two events are below. "Save the date" information is included for the annual meetings of WSSA and the Northeastern, Southern and Western societies, which are scheduled for the first quarter of 2024.

Key Points: 
  • It will include technology such as harvest weed seed control, weed management genetic tools, and UAV pesticide applications.
  • WESTMINISTER, Colo., Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) and its regional affiliates will hold upcoming annual meetings to discuss new developments in weed science.
  • It will include technology such as harvest weed seed control, weed management genetic tools, and UAV pesticide applications.
  • It will also feature symposia exploring harvest weed seed control and using genetic tools for weed management.

Students Sharpen Skills in National Weed Science Contest

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Monday, October 30, 2023
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WESTMINISTER, Colo., Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Can you identify a weed species in any growth stage? Or, know all aspects of sprayer calibration, such as required spray volume?

Key Points: 
  • This summer, students were tested on such weed science skills and more in the 2023 Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) National Weed Science Contest held at Bayer's research farm in Union City, Tennessee.
  • This summer, students were tested on such weed science skills and more in the 2023 Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) National Weed Science Contest held at Bayer's research farm in Union City, Tennessee.
  • "This contest was a great educational opportunity for students to showcase their weed science knowledge," says Matthew Wiggins, WSSA student contest chair.
  • Regional awards sponsored by the Northeastern Weed Science Society, North Central Weed Science Society, Southern Weed Science Society, and Western Society of Weed Science were also given to students.

Why Growers May Lose Herbicide Options Due to EPA's Strategy for Endangered Species Act Compliance

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Monday, September 25, 2023
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WESTMINSTER, Colo., Sept. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) development of an updated Endangered Species Act (ESA) workplan could cause growers to lose herbicide options. That's why the WSSA urges growers to let the EPA know how this workplan could impact their farms and ranches.

Key Points: 
  • The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) development of an updated Endangered Species Act (ESA) workplan could cause growers to lose herbicide options.
  • The Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) encourages growers to study the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) proposed herbicide strategy for Endangered Species Act compliance and comment on how it may affect their operations.
  • WESTMINSTER, Colo., Sept. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) development of an updated Endangered Species Act (ESA) workplan could cause growers to lose herbicide options.
  • This strategy concerns WSSA because growers may lose herbicides and other crop protection products due to growers being unable to meet the EPA's proposed ESA compliance requirements.