Statement of need: spotted knapweed, sulfur cinquefoil, houndstongue, and leafy spurge are prevalent noxious weeds on the limited lands managed by the bureau of land management (BLM) in stillwater…

Statement of need: spotted knapweed, sulfur cinquefoil, houndstongue, and leafy spurge are prevalent noxious weeds on the limited lands managed by the bureau of land management (BLM) in stillwater county. The spread of these weeds is facilitated by large wildlife populations, post-fire regrowth, and neighboring infested lands. To address this extensive infestation, there is an urgent need for the implementation of an integrated weed managementplan.goals and objectives: stillwater county aims to utilize BLM funds to gain control over the new infestations, recognizing that this will be a multi-year effort. Methods: weed control methods will include spraying from trucks, utvs, backpacks, and helicopters.timetable and milestones: the project will span five years. The first three years will focus on achieving control of the infestations, while the last two years will be dedicated to cleanup and long-term maintenance measures. This agreement provides a public benefit by protecting the health, diversity, and productivity of public lands for present and future generations through the coordinated management of noxious weeds.