A 2014-2015 survey has indicated that the narrow-leaved hawk’s beard has spread outside its traditional hotspots in northwest Saskatchewan and along the Alberta border.

Narrow-leaved hawk’s beard is considered a noxious weed under the Saskatchewan Weed Control Act, and can be difficult to control. Clark Brenzil, Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture weed specialist, says the weed’s spread could be attributed to the moisture received in the last few years and misidentification – since it’s very similar in appearance to green hawk’s beard.

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