This week we sit down with Dr. Emily Kraus to talk about the Air Potato Patrol citizen science program coordinated by UF/IFAS and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Dr. Kraus shares how the program empowered citizens to identify the air potato vine in their landscape, common look-alike plants, and the air potato leaf beetle.

Helpful Resources

Air Potato Patrol Website

Air Potato Patrol Blog (By Dr. Lester)

Air Potato Vine Control Information (FDACS)

Air Potato Vine Plant Profile (CAIP)

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