THIS INVASIVE SPECIES THREATS & OPPORTUNITIES: A PRIMER FOR OREGON POLICYMAKERS WAS DEVELOPED THROUGH A COLLABORATIVE EFFORT OF THE MEMBERS OF THE OREGON INVASIVE SPECIES COUNCIL TO PROVIDE A BRIEFING OF SELECTED SERIOUS THREATS FROM INVASIVE SPECIES AND OPPORTUNITIES TO ADDRESS THESE ISSUES THAT SPAN JURISDICTIONS.
In this Primer you will find:
Prevention is the lowest cost investment: Overview of the importance of prevention and rapid response to avoid widespread consequences
The time to respond is now: Examples of invasive species of concern across the state of Oregon
Understanding the critical network protecting the state: The diverse network of organizations and individuals that protect Oregon
State programs overview: State invasive species programs and lead state agencies
Examples of Regional Threats: Examples of pressing invasive species threats within geographic regions of Oregon
Oregon Coast
Willamette Valley
Southern Oregon
Portland Metro
Columbia River Gorge
Central
Eastern
Economics overview: Overview of ways invasive species impact our economies, communities, and ways of life
Policy overview: Examples of invasive species issues and associated policy actions