Sustaining Members
Thank you, Sustaining Members!
The Aquatic Plant Management Society is grateful for our Sustaining Members whose generous annual contributions sponsor our most important core values, especially education and outreach initiatives.
Sustaining Membership costs $600 and includes membership privileges for one designated representative; subscription to the “Journal of Aquatic Plant Management”; access to the APMS newsletters and social media content; recognition as a Sustaining Member in newsletters, the Annual Meeting Program, and on the APMS website.
Please read about the APMS Sustaining Members below and learn more about them by visiting their websites.
2024 - 2025 Sustaining Members
AgroShield has been serving the Agriculture and Aquatic industries since 2015. Our Vodaguard product was developed to cure infections in the upper water column. Vodaguard’s unique follow the bloom technology concentrates the cure where it is needed the most. Vodaguard C is a copper sulphate pentahydrate product. Vodaguard O is a sodium percarbonate that becomes hydrogen peroxide when introduced to water. Both products have a patented formulation that allows them to be buoyant for 24 to 36 hours. Reduces manpower, machinery, and un-necessary product which reduces cost. Please visit us at: https://www.agro-shield.com/our-products/algaecides.
AquaTechnex, LLC is a lake and aquatic plant management firm that operates in the Western United States. The company is expert in the use of aerial and boat GIS/GPS technologies to assess aquatic environments. The firm is also expert in the management of invasive aquatic weed species and phosphorous mitigation to suppress toxic cyanobacteria blooms. Our web site is www.aquatechnex.com; please drop by regularly to get news updates as we have moved our blog onto the site.
Aquatic Control, Inc. has been managing aquatic resources since 1966. As a distributor of lake management supplies, floating fountain aerators, and diffused aeration systems, Aquatic Control represents all of the major brands of quality supplies and equipment. Aquatic Control offers aquatic resource services including vegetation mapping, vegetation management services, phosphorus mitigation, fish management, fountain and aeration system installation, equipment maintenance, and factory-trained service and warranty repair throughout the Midwest. Harmful Algae Bloom monitoring programs with our in-house laboratory allow us to customize treatment plan design through control of the algae causing taste and odor or toxin production issues. Learn more at www.aquaticcontrol.com.
Aquatic Vegetation Control, Inc. (AVC) is a Florida corporation founded in 1986 offering vegetation management and general environmental consulting services throughout the southeast. Since its establishment as an exotic/nuisance vegetation management company specializing in the control of invasive wetland, aquatic and upland species, AVC has broadened its scope of capabilities to include; certified lake management, fish stocking, re-vegetation, mitigation and restoration services, mitigation monitoring services, aquatic, roadside, forestry and utility vegetation management, and environmental/ecological consulting. https://www.avcaquatic.com/
Brewer International is a reputable manufacturer of aquatic and land management adjuvants that has been providing distribution services nationwide for over 40 years, with its headquarters located in Vero Beach, Florida. The company specializes in producing surfactants designed to improve pesticide penetration, wetting, bonding, and drift control. Our products are widely utilized by aquatic and land managers across the country to enhance pesticide uptake, thereby increasing efficiency while reducing the chemical footprint in natural environments. As a family-owned business, Brewer International is committed to producing only the highest-quality products and has consistently invested in product development and manufacturing innovation to provide its distribution partners with the best possible value. We take great pride in our reputation as a reliable partner, providing superior quality products that meet and exceed industry standards.
Chem One strives to be our customers’ primary dry chemical source in North America. We offer our customers a competitive advantage with our Chem One branded Copper Sulfate, and our exclusive relationships with key manufacturers worldwide. We offer an extensive line of dry products used in various industries such as, water treatment, micro-nutrients, animal feed, oil and gas and general Industrial applications. In keeping with the company’s strong position in the domestic market, Chem One is committed to providing value to our customers through logistics, multi-sourcing, regulatory compliance, and other value-added services. Our capability to offer less-than-truckload (LTL) and full truckload (FTL) shipping for a competitive price; derives from our Just in Time (JIT) inventory strategy, which lowers our customer’s inventory cost and helps them better utilize their cash flow.
Compliance Services International (CSI) is a leading regulatory consultancy providing innovative solutions for organizations faced with regulatory and environmental challenges. Our regulatory and scientific ecotoxicologists support a wide range of services to determine risks to wildlife and the environment including aquatic and terrestrial study design, ecological modeling and risk assessment, endangered species act compliance, ESA strategy and risk assessment, placement and monitoring of regulatory studies, and expert advice on dossier support, compilation and submission for product registration.
Cygnet Enterprises, Inc. is the largest, single source distributor of aquatic management products in the United States. With strategically placed offices and warehouses in Michigan, Indiana, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, California, and Idaho we provide quick access to any product you may need for your lake, pond, reservoir, or irrigation district. Our dedicated and experienced staff assures aquatic managers receive outstanding service to manage our valuable water resources.
Since 1973, Diversified Waterscapes, Inc. (DWI) has offered lake management services and ecological products to professional applicators. Our proven field experience in pond and lake cleaning enabled us to develop an eco-friendly line of products that show dramatic results in any aquatic environment. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been providing aquatic treatment products and maintenance service for some of the world’s best water features, including the famous Bellagio Fountain in Las Vegas – delivering clearly better results without harming the environment. Our mission is to combine extensive industry experience, mechanical aptitude and scientific knowledge to bring clarity, cleanliness and beauty to water features across the country.
Duke Energy “Building a smarter energy future”. Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of the largest energy-holding companies in the U.S. It employs 30,000 people and has an electric generating capacity of 51,000 megawatts through its regulated utilities, and 3,000 megawatts through its nonregulated Duke Energy Renewables unit. Duke Energy is transforming its customers’ experience, modernizing the energy grid, generating cleaner energy, and expanding natural gas infrastructure to create a smarter energy future for the people and communities it serves. More information about the company is available at duke-energy.com. Follow Duke Energy on X, LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook.
Lake Restoration is a 2nd generation family-owned business specializing in Aquatic Plant Management products and services since 1977. Lake Restoration’s brand stands on 47 years experience as commercially licensed pesticide applicators and water resource managers. We lend this passion and knowledge to the education, empowerment, and improvement of lake managers and efforts nation-wide. For more information, visit our website www.lakerestoration.com.
The Lee County Hyacinth Control District was formed by the Florida Legislature in June 1961 to curtail excessive growths of water hyacinth. That same year, water managers from across the state convened in Lee County and formed the Hyacinth Control Society, now APMS, to share control strategies and develop a comprehensive management approach to Florida’s most prolific aquatic plant. T. Wayne Miller, Jr. of Lee County served as the Society’s President for the first two years and Lee County has been a supporting member of APMS since its inception.
Nutrien Solutions is a full-service vegetation management company, providing innovative solutions and quality products for the aquatic plant management industry. The cornerstone of our success is our highly educated and trained field staff. With strong commitments to environmental stewardship, innovation, and technology, Nutrien Solutions provides customized programs tailored to specific locations throughout the U.S. We are the country’s leading vegetation management provider, and we’re excited to introduce you to everything Nutrien Solutions has to offer. Visit: NutrienAgSolutions.com/Specialty.
SOLitude Lake Management is a nationwide environmental firm committed to providing sustainable solutions that improve water quality, enhance beauty and preserve natural resources.
SOLitude’s team of aquatic scientists specializes in the development and execution of customized lake, stormwater pond, wetland and fisheries management programs. Services include water quality testing and restoration, algae and aquatic weed control, installation and maintenance of fountains and aeration systems, shoreline erosion control, muck and sediment removal and invasive species management. SOLitude partners with homeowners associations, golf courses, private landowners, businesses and municipalities. For more information, visit SOLitude Lake Management at solitudelakemanagement.com.
Invasive weeds can devastate both natural and commercial habitats. Syngenta provides high performance products to control destructive weeds while helping to restore the habitat of aquatic environments. Syngenta offers proven aquatic herbicides like Reward® and Tribune™ that provide fast burn-down, work well in cool weather and are rainfast in as little as 30 minutes. The active ingredient, diquat dibromide, has been used successfully in sensitive aquatic areas for over 25 years.
TIGRIS is revolutionizing surface water management. Formed in 2022, we operate as a platform company, bringing together the industry’s most talented and respected veterans alongside top-performing providers across the nation. We are an organization dedicated to ensuring our waters and people thrive.
Our goal is to forge a unique organization with a new approach to water management. Instead of relying on one-size-fits-all solutions or a limited service spectrum necessitating multiple vendors, TIGRIS provides comprehensive solutions from a single source. Our team of local specialists tailors these solutions to the specific needs of our clients’ environments.
Combined with the support and resources of a large national organization, TIGRIS introduces a transformative approach to surface water management. “One call covers it all,” when it comes to your lake, pond, and wetland management and stormwater solutions.
UPL NA, Inc. is a premier supplier of crop protection products and technologies designed for the agricultural, specialty, fumigation and aquatic markets. The Aquatics Division is part of the Environmental Solutions group which has manufactured aquatic herbicides and algaecides for the management of lakes, ponds, rivers and irrigation canals for more than 40 years. These products are marketed as Aquathol®, Hydrothol®, AquaStrike®, Current®, Symmetry®, Cascade®, Teton®, and Top Deck™. Most recently the development and commercialization of the ADAPT aquatic drone boat for improved application accuracy and efficiency was launched. With a customer-centric focus, UPL is committed to providing product stewardship and technical support to ensure your plant management operations are successful. Visit us at: https://uplaquatics.com