11.1.1. Weeds

Weeds are highly competitive plants that can rapidly establish and exclude other plants. They degrade natural systems and agricultural land, and choke waterways.
Weeds are increasing in numbers and distribution in much of the Mid-Murrumbidgee, due to natural and human influences. Weeds nearly always have a high level of seed production and seeds that are easily dispersed. They are also highly competitive, fairly unpalatable and lack forms of natural control.
A publication titled ‘Regional Weed Strategy for the Murrumbidgee Catchment’ is available online. This strategy aims to assist landholders in prioritising and implementing weed management programs throughout the catchment, and contains many useful contacts.