Weed Control Authority

The Platte County Weed Control Authority Department is dedicated to preserving the natural beauty and agricultural health of our community. Our mission is to manage and eradicate noxious weeds through effective strategies, education, and collaboration with local landowners. We strive to protect our environment, promote biodiversity, and support the agricultural economy by preventing the spread of invasive plant species.

Complaints about noxious weeds in Platte County can be made by calling the Weed Superintendent’s Office at 402-246-2935 or by using the contact form.

The county weed superintendent duties include

• Being certified, in writing, by the Nebraska Department of Agriculture as a commercial applicator
• Examining all lands under the jurisdiction of the control authority to determine if the Noxious Weed Control Act and the rules and regulations are being complied with
• Compiling infestation data and other reports as the director of agriculture or control authority may require
• Supervising and carrying out the coordinated control program within the county
• Completing 20 hours of continuing education annually
• Ascertaining and tabulating annually the approximate amount and location of land infested with noxious weeds in the county
• Ascertaining and preparing information required by the county board for preparation of the county budget