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BC Faces $139M Loss from Invasive Plants, Community Mobilizes

8/18/2025

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The Northwest Invasive Plant Council (NWIPC) reports $139 million in economic losses from invasive plants in BC (2008-2020).
They educate communities and manage 51 harmful plant species in the Prince George area.
Residents can report invasive plants and join community removal events.
In Summit County, Colorado, a weed control crew treats noxious weeds under state law.
The county provides a cost-share program with $12,500 in grants for residents this year.

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Story summary

The Northwest Invasive Plant Council (NWIPC) reports $139 million in economic losses from invasive plants in BC (2008-2020).
They educate communities and manage 51 harmful plant species in the Prince George area.
Residents can report invasive plants and join community removal events.
In Summit County, Colorado, a weed control crew treats noxious weeds under state law.
The county provides a cost-share program with $12,500 in grants for residents this year.