This presentation will cover:
Japanese knotweed origins and introduction & distribution in the U.S.
Differentiating different knotweeds.
Chemical and nonchemical control methods.
Speakers include Dr. Aulakh and Tom Kassan from the Avon Land Trust.
Dr. Jatinder Aulakh received his Ph.D. in weed science from Auburn University in Auburn, Alabama in 2013. He started his career as an assistant weed scientist at the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment
Station in 2015. His research focuses on understanding the biology and ecology of weeds of ornamental nurseries, Christmas tree plantations, and non-native invasive plants. Dr. Aulakh conducts herbicide screening trials for weed efficacy and crop tolerance, weed resistance, and is discovering chemical and non-chemical solutions for weed management.
Co-sponsored by: Avon Land Trust, Avon Free Public Library, Connecticut Invasive Plant Working Group
Please register, so we can set the community room up with appropriate seating.