Invasive Species

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North Country Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area

Fighting Invasives, Protecting Assets, Restoring Habitats

North Country Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area (NCCISMA) acts as an umbrella organization, bringing together a diverse group of partners to collaborate on programs and projects designed to combat invasive species. NCCISMA empowers people to address invasive species on their own property through:

Assistance in identifying invasive species
Guidance on treating invasive species and buying herbicides
Invasive species treatment demonstrations
Strike Team for hire to control high priority invasive species on private property
Outreach and educational events

Strike Team for Hire

NCCISMA's strike team can be hired at cost to control high priority invasive species on your property. This program is best suited for small infestations where it would be cost prohibitive to hire a contractor.

For more information or to request a free quote, contact Zach Peklo.

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What is an invasive species?

An invasive species is one that is not native and whose introduction causes harm, or is likely to cause harm to Michigan's economy, environment or human health. Many non-native species in Michigan, including fruits, vegetables, field crops, livestock and domestic animals, are important to our economy and lifestyle. Most non-native species are not harmful and may provide economic benefits. Invasive species cause harm when they out-compete native species by reproducing and spreading rapidly in areas where they have no natural predators and change the balance of the ecosystems we rely on.

Midwest Invasive Species Information Network (MISIN) is a free resource is available to learn about invasive species at your own pace and report them so local coordinators can evaluate and potentially treat key areas.

Missaukee Conservation District has Equipment Available for Rent

Uprooter - $15 for 5 days

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