Japanese Stiltgrass: Wisconsin's newest invasive species

03/09/2025 15 min
Japanese Stiltgrass: Wisconsin's newest invasive species

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Episode Synopsis


Earlier this summer, an invasive species called Japanese Stiltgrass was spotted in Rock County. Scientists are now asking the public to help prevent the invasive grass from spreading across the state.   Mark Renz is a professor, and an extension weed specialist at UW-Madison. He spoke with Lake Effect’s Xcaret Nuñez about how to identify Stiltgrass and what to do if you find it. 

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