The past as a key to the future in weed research

The past as a key to the future in weed research. Each year weeds cost New Zealand billions of dollars, economically and environmentally. Much effort goes into controlling existing species and preventing new ones from entering the country. Yet, not all plants become weeds, many are productive and economically valuable, and rigorous weed prevention strategies can pose problems for the country’s horticulture and agriculture industries. Project: Several. Researchers: Professor Philip Hulme, Professor Richard Duncan, Dr Jeff Diez, Dr Sami Aikio.