Genus Acacia in Mainland Portugal: Knowledge and Experience of Stakeholders in Their Management

Maria Conceição Colaço, Ana Catarina Sequeira and Iryna Skulska ()
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Maria Conceição Colaço: Centre for Applied Ecology “Prof. Baeta Neves” (CEABN/InBIO), School of Agriculture, University of Lisbon, Tapada da Ajuda, 1349-017 Lisbon, Portugal
Ana Catarina Sequeira: Centre for Applied Ecology “Prof. Baeta Neves” (CEABN/InBIO), School of Agriculture, University of Lisbon, Tapada da Ajuda, 1349-017 Lisbon, Portugal
Iryna Skulska: Centre for Applied Ecology “Prof. Baeta Neves” (CEABN/InBIO), School of Agriculture, University of Lisbon, Tapada da Ajuda, 1349-017 Lisbon, Portugal

Land, 2023, vol. 12, issue 11, 1-21

Abstract: The global rise in issues related to the invasion of alien tree species is becoming increasingly prominent. Genus Acacia is one of the most pervasive invaders among the non-native flora introduced to Portugal over the centuries. This research aimed to pinpoint the key players engaged in its management, their expertise, and the methodologies applied to control acacias or decrease affected regions. Data were gathered via an online survey and subjected to diverse statistical analyses. Numerous stakeholders have emerged in recent decades, employing various methods to fight acacia invasion. Mechanical, chemical, and combined methods are the most frequently applied. The findings highlight the need for continued funding for long-term acacia control in the same invaded areas, increased training actions and best practices demonstration in the field and increased public awareness and engagement in local communities and the general public.

Keywords: Acacia genus; invasive alien species control methods; sustainability; IAS; stakeholder survey (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: Q15 Q2 Q24 Q28 Q5 R14 R52 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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