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The responsibility for the control of noxious weeds is established by
Chapter 317 of the Code of Iowa. The code further defines what a noxious weed is
and the role of the County Weed Commissioner.
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County Weed Commissioner Home Page
Howard County
Noxious Weed Control
The control of noxious weeds in Howard County requires a cooperative effort of
all property owners in the county. The Board of Supervisors and the County Weed
Commissioner encourage all property owners to become familiar with the various
species of noxious weeds in the state and take the necessary control measures,
during the prime growing season, to control these weeds.
Code of Iowa
The responsibility for the control of noxious weeds is established by Chapter
317 of the Code of Iowa. The code further defines what a noxious weed is and the
role of the County Weed Commissioner.
Chapter 317 of the code can be referenced by clicking here.
The code requires each property owner to control the noxious weeds that may be
on their property (317.10).
Noxious weed Identification
In order to improve the identification of noxious weeds the following web sites
are available for you reference.
Noxious weeds of Iowa
Midwest Invasive Plant Network
Invasive Plants of the Future
Notice of weed control program in the Right of Way
COUNTY WEED PROGRAM
The Howard County Weed Program consists of proper and timely eradication of
weeds, lawfully designated as noxious, by all owners of land in Howard County.
Persons wishing information, advice, or to report a violation, should contact:
Howard County Conservation Office
11562 Valley Ave
PO Box 157
Cresco IA 52136
Canada thistle should be cut by June 15th. All other thistle should be cut by
July 1st. If eradication is by spraying, application should be one week prior to
these dates.
The roadside weed control program by the Secondary Road Department for 2007
consist of spot treatment or cutting of roadsides at locations deemed necessary
for control of brush and weeds. This operation will be conducted during the
months of June and July for weeds and during the entire year for brush.
Property owners who desire that ground treatment with herbicides or brush
cutting by machine not be conducted by the County adjacent to their property,
should secure an annual permit from ????????????????????? for Resident Control
of Brush In The Right-Of-Way. Application for the cost-free permit can be made
at the ?????????????????? Office at ???????????. Call 563.547.3634 for
information.
Howard County Board of Supervisors
Your cooperation in controlling noxious weeds in Howard County will help the
county be a better place to live, work and enjoy our outdoor recreation. |

Address:
11562 Valley Ave
PO Box 157
Cresco IA 52136
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday
8:00am - 4:00pm
Phone Number:
563.547.3634
FAX Number:
563.547.5309
Weed Commissioner:
Harold Chapman
Weed Commission Forms:
Downloadable forms
used in the Conservation office
Weed Commission Links:
Iowa DNR
Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship |
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