Invasive Plant Control
Purple Loosestrife
Bio-Control is the most efficient way of controlling purple loosestrife, an invasive plant of the water's edge.

The Process
Bio-control involves either catch and release of beetles or catch, rear and release of beetles. Bio-control is a fun project suitable for many from schools to public works professionals. It all must be approved by the DNR.

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Loosestrife plant with chew holes from the loosestrife beetles
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Loosestrife is effectively controlled but not eliminated. The plants are weakened and the native plants can regain control of the infested area. Three consecutive years of release is recommended.

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