The Rum River
Cooperative Weed Management Area
The Rum River
Cooperative Weed Management Area
The Rum River Cooperative Weed Management Area was formed in response to a growing awareness of the threat of invasive plants and the need to prevent further invasions into weed-free ecosystems and agricultural land.
The goal of the Weed Management Area (WMA) is to prevent the reproduction and spread of invasive and noxious weeds, such as Leafy Spurge, Purple Loosestrife, and non-native Thistles into and within the WMA.
The success of the WMA will be largely determined by the cooperative efforts of both landowners and land managers.
Target weed Photos:
Weed infestations are being inventoried using GPS technology to aid in control and mangement descisions. Biological controls are being used where appropriate.
For information and assistance with identifying and controlling invasive weeds please contact Susan Shaw, Mille Lacs County Agricultural Inspector, call(320) 983-2160 or
email: susan.shaw@mn.nacdnet.net
Mille Lacs Soil and Water Conservation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Leafy Spurge infestations in Greenbush Township
