Field of Spurge @ Randy Teague
WEEDS COMMITTEE
A Holistic Approach to Controlling Undesirable, Invasive, Noxious Weeds
Spotted knapweed, leafy spurge and other noxious weeds threaten the ecological and agricultural integrity of the landscape. This committee works on an integrated approach to managing weeds. Results: 474,727 acres in 12 Cooperative Weed Management Areas. More than 100 host specific insect releases for biological control. Multi-species grazing on 15,000 acres of spotted knapweed. 13 revegetation test plots. Integrated weed management by 380 private landowners.
Jim Stone, Chair
Brian McDonald, Coordinator
Forests and Weeds Across Fence Lines
• 50 – Partners at Annual Weed Meeting
• 1 – Weed Management Report
• 5 – Miles of defense for fire protection
• 2,500 – Acres forest restoration proposed
• 22 – Structures protected
• 1 – Blackfoot Cooperative Conservation Agreement