Environmental weeds are an escalating problem worldwide. Integrated control is unable to keep up with the demands for management strategies for existing and new, potentially invasive plant species. The primary goal of the ecosystem approach used here is sustainable conservation management of natural systems. Only ecologically and/or economically viable habitats are given priority for environmental weed management. We recommend that habitats be ranked according to criteria that encompass the habitat's status, protection and management. Highest priority areas are treated first according to available resources to balance urgent environmental needs with management budgets. Practical guidelines in drawing up control programmes and management plans are provided.
Journal articles from the Grassland Society of Southern Africa (GSSA) African Journal of Range and Forage Science as well as related articles and reports from throughout the southern African region.