Serving all of Eastern Laramie County since 1908
Serving all of Eastern Laramie County since 1908
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Summer is in full swing here in Wyoming and seasonal heat has brought its share of problems. Data from the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS) as early as August 13, 2024, shows that more than half of the Cowboy State is feeling the effects of abnormally dry to severe drought conditions. The dried-out plants and high temperatures create ideal conditions for the sparking of wildfires that pose a danger to the region's natural plants and wildlife. While our state's firefighters...
CASPER, Wyo. (September 12, 2023) –Yellow starthistle, highly invasive weed, was discovered on private land in Natrona County in August. The Natrona County Weed and Pest District (NCWP) is currently overseeing the management and eradication of the weed. Now, the area is fenced off to keep most wildlife and all livestock out. The infestation was less than an acre, and all visible plants were pulled and removed from the area. The district estimates that between 500 and 600 pounds of the weed were...
CHEYENNE, WY (July 20, 2022) – Summer is in full swing, with national parks, rodeos, and the water calling your name. Unfortunately, whatever fun adventures you go on this summer, invasive species may hitch a ride, which poses a threat to wildlife and ecosystems throughout the cowboy state. The Wyoming Weed and Pest Council (WWPC) strives to educate recreationists and tourists on how to enjoy hiking, boating, and riding responsibly without spreading invasive species or pests. Luckily, everyone can take a few simple steps to reduce and even s...
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (April 19, 2022) – The Wyoming Weed and Pest Council (WWPC), in partnership with the North American Invasive Species Management Association (NAISMA), is excited to announce a new twine color for NAISMA certified weed-free hay. Any forage or hay certified as weed-free will now be marked with blue and orange twine or will be accompanied by either a certification form or a transit certificate. The weed-free twine program helps limit the spread of noxious weeds through the movement of forage or hay. Many federal and state lands r...