New Noxious Weed Confirmed In Dakota County: MDA Report
Replies(2) The MDA will assist local governments in removing the noxious weeds. (Shutterstock) DAKOTA COUNTY, MN—A noxious weed called Common Teasel was confirmed to be in Dakota County in 2020, the Minnesota Department of Agriculture said in a news release Monday. The agency said it's the first time the weed was confirmed in the county. According to the MDA, Common Teasal is a short-lived perennial with a spiny flower and seed head. It prefers sunny and open habitats, such as pastures or roadsides. Subscribe It is considered a noxious weed because it outcompetes and takes resources away...