What is the category of noxious weeds that must be completely destroyed?

The category of noxious weeds that must be completely destroyed is referred to as the Eradicate list. This classification indicates that these weeds are particularly harmful and pose significant risks to the environment, agriculture, and human health. When a weed is placed on the Eradicate list, it means that landowners and land managers are required by law to actively destroy any presence of these weeds to prevent their spread and to reduce their impact.

This strict requirement is grounded in the understanding that these weeds can cause substantial damage if allowed to proliferate. The eradication approach is typically mandated without exceptions, which helps in protecting crops, native plants, and overall ecosystem health.

The other categories, such as Control list, Management list, and Prohibited list, involve different management strategies. For instance, the Control list may require management to limit populations rather than complete destruction, whereas the Management list focuses on practices designed to manage or control populations without necessarily eliminating them entirely. The Prohibited list typically includes species that cannot be sold or distributed but does not necessarily focus on complete eradication.