Non-native plant species are often successful in new environments due to a lack of natural predators. Occasionally scientists are able to identify an invasive species natural predator and intentionally release them in the hope of curbing the invasive species population. Introducing a non-native species is a complicated issue and requires rigorous testing and evaluation before such a release is approved. Join us for the next Great Lakes Phragmites Collaborative Emerging Research webinar featuring Dr. Bernd Blossey from Cornell University. He will review how insects can play a role in controlling Phragmites and update us on the status of a biocontrol agent for this species.