How Noxious Weeds Disrupt Agriculture

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Many states have established noxious weed programs to reduce the proliferation of invasive plant species that may destroy the existing ecosystem. If these plants are able to seed, they are quickly spread around the environment through wind or water. Noxious weeds compete with native plants for soil nutrients, sunlight, and water. If these plants take hold in pastures or farms, they can negatively impact livestock and crop production.

Some weeds are toxic to grazing animals and can lead to poisoning, birth defects, or even death. Farmers must divert money that could be used for production into mitigation measures, such as fencing and weed removal. The cumulative effect of invasive weeds contributes to millions of dollars in losses for the agriculture industry every year.