Phenology of Brassica tournefortii: A Basis for Invasion and Control of Sahara Mustard in California Deserts
Summary
SCH Number
2006128073
Public Agency
Coachella Valley Conservancy
Document Title
Phenology of Brassica tournefortii: A Basis for Invasion and Control of Sahara Mustard in California Deserts
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
12/11/2006
Document Description
Sahara mustard (Brassica tournefortii) is an exotic annual mustard that has recently expanded throughout southwestern US deserts. Field experiments to test the efficacy of different control regimes for Sahara mustard in field settings are needed. Because of the vast amounts of land already invaded by Sahara mustard, herbicide is perhaps the best option for large-scale effective control in desert ecosystems. Glyphosate is an excellent option because it is effective, widely available, and accepted for use on nearly all private and public lands. We propose to use Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy lands in the Snow Creek area of the Coachella Valley in an experimental program to test the efficacy of glyphosate applied to Sahara mustard at different stages of development.
Contact Information
Name
Katie Barrows
Agency Name
Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Counties
Riverside
Regions
Unincorporated
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Section 15306
Reasons for Exemption
The project falls under Class 6 because it involves scientific research -- basic data collection, research, and experimental management -- which will not result in a serious or major disturbance to an environmental resource. The study will address methods to control an invasive non-native weed that negatively impacts wildlife habitat and natural areas.
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