Nordic IAS webinar (25 Mar 2026): Pathways of IAS - Preventing spread through knowledge and action

How do invasive alien species (IAS) enter the country and spread into natural environments — and what can we do to prevent their further spread? In this webinar, we will examine three different spreading pathways of IAS through case examples.

We will also discuss potential solutions, development ideas, and research and information needs that can help make prevention efforts more effective.

The webinar is intended for experts, authorities, researchers, and other stakeholders working with IAS in control, prevention, research, or monitoring.

When: 25 March 2026 at 10:00–11:30 (UTC+2, EET) NB! Consider the possible time difference with your country.
Where: Teams
Language: English
Webinar: Nordic IAS Forum: Pathways of IAS - Preventing spread through knowledge and action
Target audience: Professionals working with invasive alien species in municipalities, companies, and regional administrations in Finland and Sweden

Sign up for the webinar: (Not yet available)

Programme (will be updated)

Welcome and webinar objectives, Heidi Blom, BB Alien project coordinator 

Three keynotes on different pathways: 

• Keynote: Seed lots / Sami Markkanen, Finnish Food Authority 
  Content: The spread of barnyard grass (Echinochloa crus-galli) and other invasive alien plant species through certified seed lots.
• Keynote: Aquarium escapee / Sanna Kuningas, Natural Resources Institute (Luke) 
  Content: The rapid spread of pumpkinseed in the ponds of Southern Finland.
• Keynote: TBA
  Content: 

Panel discussion