Introduction Creeping indigo (Indigofera spicata) is a common Florida weed that has properties that are toxic to livestock, especially horses. As its name implies, creeping indigo grows very close to the grown in a sprawling manner. This ... READ MORE
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What is Broomsedge Bluestem? Broomsedge bluestem, Andropogon virginicus L., is a native warm season perennial bunch grass that prefers to grow in areas with sandy, moist soils that have low fertility. It is considered to be an indicator plant, ... READ MORE
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What is Stockpiling? Stockpiling is a forage production method where the grass is allowed to grow without being grazed and become 'stockpiled' in a pasture as a standing hay crop. As the summer comes to an end, hay fields are cut or pastures ... READ MORE
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Tall Ironweed - Weed of the Week Tall Ironweed is a very unpalatable plant for livestock, and because of the lack of competition it can quickly spread throughout a pasture. Mowing can be an effective method of control, but if not done enough ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Pests & DiseaseJohnsongrass - Weed of the Week Johnsongrass is a perennial grass with a creeping rhizome and grows in patches. It has an open panicle seedhead, and a prominent midrib in the leaf. Johnsongrass is usually found on the edges of fields, throughout ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Pests & DiseaseHairy Indigo - Weed of the Week Hairy Indigo is a non-toxic legume common in pastures and row crops. As a legume, it can 'fix' or add nitrogen to the soil. Hairy Indigo is often confused with Creeping Indigo, which is toxic. However, Hairy ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Pests & DiseaseGroundcherry - Weed of the Week Groundcherry, sometimes referred to as Cutleaf Groudncherry, is a broadleaf plant found in disturbed or heavily grazed areas. It can be toxic to livestock. Additional Information Weed Management in ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Pests & DiseaseFlat-top Goldenrod - Weed of the Week Goldenrod is a perennial plant that is commonly found in pastures and fields with low level management. It can be confused with dog fennel, but an easy way to tell them apart is by the stem. If the stem ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Pests & DiseaseFlorida Pusley - Weed of the Week Florida Pusley is a troublesome weed that is found in both fields and pastures on a regular basis. It grows low to the ground and rarely infests fields with good grass or ground cover, but can quickly take ... READ MORE
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Florida Betony - Weed of the Week Florida Betony, sometimes referred to as Rattlesnake Weed because of the shape of the stolons, is a perennial broadleaf plant found in pastures and fields. Additional Information Florida Betony Management ... READ MORE
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