Weed and Pest Districts vote to add Cheatgrass to State Noxious Weed Listing, pending approval from Board of Agriculture

CHEYENNE, WYO. (November 19, 2024) – On October 31, 2024, the Wyoming Weed and Pest Council voted and approved to add downy brome, better known as cheatgrass, to the state’s Designated Noxious Weed List. The resolution, originally proposed by the Sublette County Weed & Pest District, now goes before the Wyoming Board of Agriculture. Pending final approval, cheatgrass is set to become the 32nd noxious weed on the state list, joining two other invasive annual grasses, ventenata and medusahead rye.

Cheatgrass is an invasive species that invades the Sagebrush Steppe and disturbed areas. While the...