Weed Control
The appointed Weed Inspector for the RM of Lumsden No. 189 is John Langford. John can be reached by email at rm189@lumsden.ca
For more information on the role of the Weed Inspector, click here.
INVASIVE PLANT SPECIES
Within Saskatchewan, plant species (weeds) may be classified as Prohibited, Nuisance or Noxious. The proper cultivation of land and control of weeds is encouraged and required of landowners. If a weed infestation is spreading due to neglect, the Weed Inspector may take action under the provisions of Saskatchewan legislation.
SARM manages the Invasive Plant Control Program (IPCP) that is used by the municipality to subsidize the purchase and application of eligible herbicides. For more details about this program, click here.
For more information from the Saskatchewan Invasive Species Council, click here.
For more information regarding the Ministers Order designating Prohibited, Nuisance and Noxious weeds, click here.
CUSTOM SPRAYING PROGRAM
In 2020, the municipality created a custom spraying program to assist landowners in the RM of Lumsden with the control of noxious and prohibited weed infestations on private property. Landowners can apply to the municipality to have the designated pesticide applicator spray requested locations. The Municipality will invoice the landowner for 100% of the cost of application and 50% of the cost of herbicide.
To apply, please fill out the Application Form and submit it to the RM Office by mail to PO Box 160, Lumsden, SK S0G 3C0, in-person at 300 James Street North, Lumsden, or by email to rm189@lumsden.ca .
Custom Spraying Program - Policy & Application Form
THE MOST COMMON WEEDS:
FOR A GUIDE ON IDENTIFYING INVASIVE PLANT SPECIES, CLICK HERE.
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To learn more about leafy spurge, click here.
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To learn more about wild parsnip, click here.
Absinthe Wormwood
To learn more about Absinthe, click here.