3. The law

Question 1

noxious weeds

Answer 1

Noxious weeds are species classified as undesirable , noxious , harmful , exotic , injurious or poisonous , but not including endangered species. They are designated by law and therefore control is dictated by the regulatory agency in charge.

Question 2

What are the two things State Noxious Weed Laws do?

Answer 2

State noxious weed laws defines a noxious weed (list), and confer legal authority to local governing bodies to manage noxious weeds on both public and private lands.

Question 3

What is the 3 types of noxious weed classification in Oregon?

Answer 3

• ” A “ weeds are economically important, population is small enough to contain or eradicate, or such species found in neighbouring states.
• ” B “ weeds are abundant in some areas but absent in others.
• ” T “ weeds are targeted weeds for statewide management plan developed by ODA. Chosen from A & B list each year.

Question 4

What is Oregon Seed Law and why was it needed?

Answer 4

Oregon seed law protects consumers by mandatory labeling and germination standards . It aims to protect Oregon’s agricultural industry as Oregon is the nation’s top grass seeds producer.