AACD's Invasive Plant Program
Invasive plants are a threat to native plants, wildlife and to natural resources in Alaska. Invasive plants damage and destroy habitat, cause economic loss and are a major factor in the decline of some plant and animal species. While Alaska had seemed insulated from the damaging effects of invasive plants, evidence across the state shows that introduced plants are having a detrimental impact in many areas, and all areas are at risk.
To help combat this problem, AACD, the Soil and Water Conservation Districts in Alaska and their partners are working together to educate the public and develop integrated management plans to reduce the introduction and spread of noxious and invasive weeds in Alaska. Soil and Water Conservation Districts and other organizations form Cooperative Weed Management Areas (CWMAs). CWMAs, which include local governments and other resource partners, address specific weed issues in their respective areas.