GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The UF/IFAS Center for Aquatic and Invasive Plants has launched Working in the Weeds, a podcast about aquatic and invasive plants. Co-hosted by Center Director Dr. Jason Ferrell and Communications Manager Christine Krebs, these episodes cover a variety of topics related to the research and management of invasive plants.

Invasive plants are a threat to the use and function of our natural ecosystems. We invite you to listen to this collection of conversations to learn about the science and stories behind invasive plant management. Below are a few episodes we recommend getting started with:
What’s The Deal With Invasives?
Florida’s Lakes and Landscapes
The Green Menace | Part 1: How Water Hyacinth Invaded Florida
The Green Menace | Part 2: Is Water Hyacinth Here To Stay?
Hippos and Hyacinth: The American Hippo Bill
Can we breed out invasiveness? A look at Lantana research
You can find all “Working in the Weeds” episodes here. If you would like to learn more about the UF/IFAS Center for Aquatic and Invasive Plants at our website. If you have any ideas or questions about the podcast, please email the UF/IFAS CAIP communications manager at [email protected].
Follow UF/IFAS CAIP on Instagram and LinkedIn. Subscribe to our podcast on all major streaming platforms. UF/IFAS Center for Aquatic and Invasive Plants. Turning Science Into Solutions.

–Christine Krebs, UF/IFAS




