The Idaho State Department of Agriculture coordinates a statewide aquatic invasive species management and control program, acting to protect the integrity of the state’s water bodies from the biological degradation caused by aquatic plants and pests. By achieving this goal, the economic, recreational and aesthetic uses of water bodies are protected, water quality is maintained, and natural aquatic systems are not impaired. Program include Watercraft Inspections; Early Detection Monitoring; Aquatic Invasive Species; Noxious Weeds; Grasshopper-Mormon cricket control and BMP control strategies.
Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife works to control Aquatic Invasive Species which pose an ongoing threat to Washington’s environment and economy. Anyone who uses Washington’s waters – for work or play – can help stop the spread of these non-native species. Invasive species, such as zebra and quagga mussels, European green crab and New Zealand mudsnails, are often spread by boats, trailers and other means of transportation. Once non-native species become established in a new environment, where their natural enemies are missing, these invaders can spread rapidly. Invasive species can damage irrigation and water systems, clog hydroelectric dam intakes, disrupt efforts to recover endangered salmon stocks, and out-compete native and commercially grown species. Non-native species also affect recreation, potentially reducing fish populations for anglers and forcing the closure of waterbodies for boaters and others who enjoy Washington’s waters.
Kootenai County Noxious Weed Control. The Kootenai County Noxious Weed Control Department assists the public and government agencies with identification and control methods for noxious weeds. Our services include:
- Free site inspections and weed management plans
- Herbicide information and methods of application
- Weed identification and methods of control
- Equipment loan-out program
- Leafy spurge cost-share program
- Publications
Spokane County Noxious Weed Control Board. Our mission is to act as responsible stewards of the land and resources in Spokane County. We will preserve the productivity and diversity of agricultural land and natural resources in the most cost efficient manner, from the impact of noxious weeds. We will also protect human health and environment by promoting the implementation of Integrated Pest Management control measures. View our Noxious Weed List or our list of Weeds of Concern.
2016 Blue Green Algae and Aquatic Invasives: Science and Homeowner Research
Meghan Lunney and David Armes, Avista; Jeremy Jenkins, Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District; Bob Steed, Idaho Department of Environmental Quality; Ben Scofield, Coeur d’Alene Tribe; Felix Liao, University of Idaho Stories from the front. Managers will discuss their ever increasing efforts to manage blue green algae breakouts and the spread of milfoil and other aquatic weeds in our region’s lakes. Research from the University of Idaho will share the practical considerations of water quality and clarity on property values. SRF Conference Session 3-24-16.