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WEIMAR – The Friends of the Weimar Public Library and the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office of Colorado County will present “Pasture Weed Identification: Strategies and Tips” at the Weimar Public Library, 1 Jackson Square, on Friday, May 26.
The presentation will start at 10 a.m. and conclude at noon.
According to a release, weeds that invade a pasture are the most common pest of that pasture and result in a reduction of the quality and quantity of beneficial grasses. To get started in improving pasture quality, the first step is purposeful weed identification.
The presentation will cover weed identification as well as common weeds found in local pastures and their control.
Weeds are strong competitors with desirable pasture grasses, and some weeds can be poisonous to livestock with some even resulting in animal sickness or death, according to a release. The first step in the development of a pasture weed management program is to identify the plants growing in your pasture and hayfield because management of the plant is specific to its type.
Attendees interested in having a specific pasture weed identified are encouraged to bring a fresh sample or a high-quality picture so County Extension Agent Laramie Kettler can help to identify the specific weeds found in local pastures.
The program is free. Those interested in attending can RSVP to the Weimar Public Library at 979-725- 6608.
