Noxious Weeds

Noxious weed infestations are the largest threat to the health of Idaho's rangelands. All users of rangelands, including hikers, bikers, hunters, wildlife, and livestock, are impacted negatively as a result of the expansion of these species. The following list identifies the 36 harmful plants that are cause for concern here in Idaho.

The following links will expand the information on the impacts of noxious weeds:

• Invasivespecies.gov
  Gateway to Federal efforts concerning invasive species.
• Idaho Weed Awareness Campaign interactive website with tours and information about Idaho's weed issues.
• Idaho Weed Resources  University of Idaho's interactive information on noxious weeds.
• Center for Invasive Plant Management
  Coalition of agencies, organizations, and individuals interested in managing invasive plants and maintaining healthy ecosystems.
• Wildland Invasive Species Team
  Protecting the native biodiversity of our wild lands from harmful invaders.
• Noxious Times Newsletter
  Published quarterly by staff of the Integrated Pest Control Branch at the California Department of Food and Agriculture.