At the recently held XVII International Symposium on Biological Control of Weeds (ISBCW), organised by the New Zealand Bioeconomy Science Institute, held in Rotorua, Pacific island voices were front and center. For nations on the frontline of invasive species impacts, participation in this global gathering was not just valuable, it was vital.
Invasive weeds threaten food security, biodiversity, and climate resilience across the Pacific, and the symposium offered a rare opportunity for island representatives to learn from international experts, share their own experiences, and build networks that will strengthen regional responses.
Original Article: Strengthening Island Resilience Through Biocontrol of Weeds
