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Weed control versus silage quality trade-off

By Asst Editor Liz C, on February 9th, 2011

Broadleaf dock (Rumex obtusifolius)

Introduction

A successful weed management strategy relies on a vigorous, competitive pasture to replace the targeted weed species. If the pasture is not competitive, another weed species will invade the space.

Grasses

There is clear evidence from the study detailed in Table 3.6 that silage production can have an . . . → Read More: Weed control versus silage quality trade-off

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Longer-term implications of forage conservation

By Asst Editor Liz C, on January 12th, 2011

Broad leaf

Introduction

In the mixed grain/animal production farming belt, silage is not only of value to the animal enterprise as a supplementary feed and a pasture management tool, but can also provide significant benefits to the grain enterprise. These benefits include weed control during the pasture phase, and weed control . . . → Read More: Longer-term implications of forage conservation

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