New Herbicide being Tested for Prickly Pear Control

Jay Ferrell and Brent Sellers, Extension Weed Specialists Prickly pear cactus is a not a wide-spread problem in Florida pastures, but can be a serious challenge to control, once it gets established.  It can be particularly troublesome in pastures that are regularly...

Scout Your Fence Rows for Cherry Trees

This spring has been cooler than most and many areas just now have grass that is coming along. It is this time of year that cows will seek out tender green foliage while browsing. Cherry trees are prolific fruit producers that serve as a food source for many native...
Thistle Control in Pastures

Thistle Control in Pastures

This is a time when most people are not thinking about pasture maintenance, but right now is when thistles are the most susceptible to control efforts. In January/February, most thistles are still in the rosette stage (a small ring of leaves on top of the ground) and...

Weed Control in Winter Pastures

Dr. Jay Ferrell, UF/IFAS Extension Weed Specialist & Dr. Brent Sellers, UF/IFAS Extension Weed Specialist Many cattle producers plant temporary grazing areas with ryegrass, wheat, oats, or other small grain varieties since summer pastures are now dormant. A...