Consulting

Weed Management Planning

Range and wildland weed problems are dynamic and complex. No one tool or technique can provide long term control. Integrated weed control is a process and not an event. The first step for interested parties is to understand and define the long term goal. This goal may generally be defined as establishing a diverse community of plant species that tend to optimize an area for its intended use (habitat, recreation, grazing, etc.). A plan must be developed to provide maximum effectiveness without duplicating efforts or working against other weed control efforts.

We offer weed management planning at all levels of detail, from simple advice to detailed and comprehensive programs.

Biological Control Assessment and Monitoring Services

The successful weed management plan considers the existing situation–are beneficial insects already present, what has worked in the past, what environmental limitations are present? The subject area should be assessed and inventoried in enough detail that this baseline information can be utilized to scope and plan a viable control program. Consistent monitoring on a regular basis is then required to assess the effectiveness and economic benefits of the control program.

Through thousands of hours of fieldwork, we have gained extensive experience and insight into the design of effective assessment and monitoring programs. We are able to work with you remotely, as well as on-site. Call to discuss the types of monitoring support services we provide and how we might tailor them to your needs.

Global Positioning System (GPS)
Geographic Information System (GIS)
Digital Imagery

We use GPS data collection (Trimble), GIS technology (ArcView), and digital imagery to provide accurate assessment, mapping, and monitoring services. We are able to customize these services to a level of sophistication that will best suit your individual situation, ranging from simple data collection to GIS design to final display map presentations. We also offer training on your equipment and software.

Through digital imagery technology, we are able to provide monitoring and assessment services remotely. In past field seasons, this has been very valuable to our busy clients. Answers to questions about the presence, effectiveness, and population density of biocontrols can be obtained quickly and conveniently.

Workshops/On-Site Training:

We provide education by conducting workshops in all areas of weed control, monitoring, and management. These can vary from short presentations to multi-day clinics combining lecture, demonstration, field instruction, and facilitated planning. We have conducted workshops for Federal, State, and private clients. We are very flexible and ready to customize towards your specific interests and issues.

Integrated Weed Control
4027 Bridger Canyon Road
Bozeman, MT 59715-8433

Toll Free: 1- 888-319-1632
FAX: 1-406-587-1989
E-mail: iwc@integratedweedcontrol.com