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Exempt Landowner Assistance

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Cost-Share Program

Who can apply for this assistance?

Private landowners with lands within Cowlitz County
Lands in Cowlitz County with a significant infestation of at least one of the eligible noxious weed species designated by the Weed Board for assistance under this program.

Tansy ragwort (Senecio jacobaea)
Canada thistle (Cirsium arvense)
Yellow archangel (Lamiastrum galeobdolon)
Knotweed ssp. (Polygonum ssp.)

How do I get started?

You must call our office and talk to one of our inspectors.
The inspector must be able to come out to your property to see the problem and make the best recommendation that works for you and your desired outcome.
The inspector will leave the application with you and give you more details about the program.

What does the program cover?

The program covers the cost of herbicides to treat the weeds listed above.
There are two programs:
- Program A - Covers 60% of the cost of herbicides purchased to spray. The maximum re-imbursement is $350 per year (from January to December of each year). The following weeds are coved by this plan:
  - Tansy ragwort
  - Canada thistle
  - Yellow archangel
- Program B - Covers 100% of the cost of herbicides purchased to spray. The maximum re-imbursement is $500 per year (from January to December of each year). The following weed is covered by this plant:
  - knotweed species

Are there any reasons why I would be ineligible to apply for this program?

Yes. There are several reasons why a landowner would not be eligible to apply for this program:
- Attempting to defraud the Weed Program in any manner.
- Applying hercides in violation of label rates or improper use of herbicides which can adversely impact the environment, water quality and human health.

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