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In recognition of National Invasive Species Awareness Week, the Montana Invasive Species Council is drawing attention to the impact of invasive species on agriculture and natural resources.
National Invasive Species Awareness Week is an annual observance focused on raising awareness about invasive plants, animals, species and the economic and environmental risks they pose. In Montana, those risks directly affect agriculture, rangeland productivity, water systems and outdoor recreation, all key components of the state’s economy.
During the podcast, council representatives and partner agencies discuss how invasive species affect crop yields, grazing capacity and irrigation infrastructure. The episode outlines prevention strategies, early detection efforts and coordinated response plans designed to limit long-term impacts. Speakers emphasize collaboration among state agencies, conservation districts, producers and private landowners.
Listeners also hear how the Montana Invasive Species Council works with the Montana Department of Agriculture, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks, and local stakeholders to implement statewide management strategies. The discussion highlights practical steps Montanans can take during National Invasive Species Awareness Week, including cleaning equipment, monitoring property for new infestations and reporting suspected invasive species.
Education and public engagement remain central themes throughout the episode, reinforcing that prevention is the most effective and cost-efficient tool in managing invasive threats.
The full episode is available online at https://www.northernag.net/podcasts/
Northern Ag Network On Demand is also available on Apple Podcasts at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/northern-ag-network-on-demand/id1590931182
For additional information about invasive species prevention and reporting resources, visit https://invasivespecies.mt.gov
National Invasive Species Awareness Week serves as a reminder that proactive management and public awareness are essential to protecting Montana’s agricultural lands and natural resources for future generations.
