What are some of the challenges to managing Idaho’s noxious weeds?
There are many challenges to managing noxious weeds. Noxious weeds are by definition difficult to control. They are often resistant to mechanical and cultural practices and existing herbicides. There are several other barriers to effective weed control. There is often a lack of public awareness of the extent and seriousness of the weed problem, which leads to limited public and legislative support and involvement in combating weeds. This limited support leads to a lack of effective partnerships for pooling resources and insufficient human and fiscal resources. With insufficient resources, weed control efforts are often spotty and lack planning and monitoring for effectiveness.
