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Brush and Weed Control Education Program (Grant County)
Plan Goals
Private land ranchers, state and federal agency range conservationists are expected to learn the most efficacious, economical and ecologically sound means of managing noxious brush and weeds.
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Brush and Weed Control Education Program
Impact Reports
Ten new demonstration/research trials were established on four species in four counties. County agents and private landowners were present or aware of the trials as they were established. The 2007 New Mexico Vegetation Management Association Annual Conference included several speakers addressing current rangeland brush and weed topics. A total of 246 registered participants received new technology information on problem rangeland plants in New Mexico.
Southwestern New Mexico including Grant County experienced an unusually severe problem with Livestock poisionings due to Loco plants. Numerous livestock losses including death, weight loss, abortions, and loss of value were seen. Several different plants complicated Ranchers problems including: Redstem Peavine, Wooly Loco, Rattleweed (Garbancillo) and others. Numerous ranch and horse owner visits were made to educate individuals on identification, toxic agents, symptoms, diagnosis, mangment options and chemical contol options.
The Southwestern New Mexico Cooperative Weed Managment Area was formed with the help of Hidalgo County Agent, NMDA, USFS, BLM, Local Soil and Water Conservation Districts, NMDOT and Producers. Mapping of 5 Noxious Plants is in progress using ARC-GIS. A field tour was conducted to educate individuals involved with this effort on identification, managment and control of noxious plants in Grant County.
George (Pete) Walden has signed on to support Brush and Weed Control Education Program within Quay County.