The contract include preventing the occurrence of invasive species in and outside of protected areas in Møre og Romsdal. The agreement period is 2 years, to the end of 2021. Option for one year extension at a time, until the end of 2023.
The assignments can be divided in two groups:
(a) preventing alien, unwanted species by chemicals;
(b) preventing alien, unwanted species by mechanical devices.
The principal species that must be removed are: Rosa rugosa, Impatiens glandulifera, giant hogweed and Reynoutria japonica. Other alien species, including bushes subject to elimination must also be included in the contract.
The work shall take place in the period May-September (October), dependent on the climate and the growth of various species.
The estimated total value is NOK 6.0 million, including the option year and with reservations on funding via the state budget.
The contract include preventing the occurrence of invasive species in and outside of protected areas in Møre og Romsdal. The agreement period is 2 years, to the end of 2021. Option for one year extension at a time, until the end of 2023.
The assignments can be divided in two groups:
(a) preventing alien, unwanted species by chemicals,
(b) preventing alien, unwanted species by mechanical devices.
The principal species that must be removed are: Rosa rugosa, Impatiens glandulifera, giant hogweed and Reynoutria japonica. Other alien species, including bushes subject to elimination must also be included in the contract.
The work requires special considerations for proximity to water, other vegetation and other natural species. The choice of technique must be based on ground conditions, proximity to water and the risk of damage to other natural species. The Norwegian Plant Protection Regulations must be followed.
The work must be executed in the period May-September (October), depending on the climate and the phenological development of the various species.
The estimated total value is NOK 6.0 million, including the option year, and with reservations on funding via the state budget.