Slow process to place species onto the Federal Noxious Weed List . Lack of funds and capacity to control invasive plants on federal lands. Lack of timely action on private and public lands. TOP Opportunities for Improving National and Statewide Coordination. The group was very optimistic about our ability to improve national and statewide coordination to rapidly detect, assess, and respond to new invasive plants.
Managers have access to a wide variety of resources.
There are many volunteers with commitment and dedication. There are many underutilized organizations including environmental groups, gardens clubs, prison labor and court-directed community service, herbaria, retired citizens, and community volunteers. Establish a National Early Warning System Coordinator for Invasive Plants. Establish Regional Interagency Technical Support Teams under the leadership of the National Early Warning System Coordinator to provide on site and distant technical support for invasive plant detection, rapid assessment, and rapid response activities. Develop a system for emergency herbicide approval for incipient infestations not otherwise covered by existing labels.