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| Few people are aware that Nevada law mandates the control of noxious weeds. A noxious weed is an invasive weed that has been deemed sufficiently damaging to the environment and economy that control is required. Responsibilities are described in NRS 555. The landowner or occupier is directed to control noxious weeds on his or her land.
This means private residents, city, county, state, or federal landowners. Effective weed management takes the participation of all land managers, as weeds do not respect political boundaries! Nevada law also provides a list of noxious weed species in NAC 555. New weeds threatening the state are added periodically to the list. Currently, 47 species are included. The law is administered by the Nevada Department of Agriculture. They can provide advice on control measures. The Department of Agriculture also administers the Weed-Free Forage Program. |
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Last Updated (Thursday, 19 August 2010 13:31)