June 6, 2022

Montana Noxious Weed

Awareness Week - June 5-11

Join MISC and our partners in kicking off Montana Noxious Weed Awareness Week, June 5 - 11, 2022.

The second week in June was enacted as Montana Noxious Weed Awareness Week (MNWAW) by the 2021 Montana Legislature; Governor Greg Gianforte signed the legislation to make it official!

MNWAW will be an annual event to raise awareness about noxious weeds, the threat that they pose, and actions we can each take to prevent and slow their spread.

Noxious weeds negatively impact recreational activities and wildlife habitat in Montana. They are often spread unknowingly by people. Preventing new infestations is the best way to manage noxious weeds.

Help Stop the Spread. While out recreating  remember to COME CLEAN and LEAVE CLEAN. 

Montana County Weed Districts:

If you spot an infestation of noxious weeds, or you need help with weed management on your property, reach out to your local county noxious weed coordinator. Find contact information for county weed coordinators here: Weed Districts

Today's Weed - Blueweed 

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Native to southern Europe, blueweed was introduced to the US in the early 1800's. Blueweed only reproducers thru seeds called "nutlets" that can spread by wind, water, or getting stuck on animal fur, clothing, shoes and vehicles. Blueweed contains toxins that are poisonous to sheep and horses if eaten.

Learn more about Blueweed (Echium vulgare) here.