[APWG] NEWS: Weed-Sniffing Dogs Help Bust Invasive Plants

[Olivia Kwong]

http://www.newswise.com/articles/weed-sniffing-dogs-help-bust-invasive-plants

Weed-Sniffing Dogs Help Bust Invasive Plants
Released: 6/15/2010 11:00 AM EDT
Embargo expired: 6/22/2010 10:30 AM EDT
Source: Allen Press Publishing Services

Newswise . A field test in Montana pitted dog against human in an effort 
to identify and eradicate spotted knapweed. This weed threatens the 
survival of native species and can bring about both economic and ecosystem 
damage. Finding plants in order to eradicate them before they can spread 
creates a challenge for human eyes, but not for dog noses.

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