Invasive Species

Men stand in pasture near cattle
Banner County Rancher Jack Revelle talks with a crowd at the recent Cheatgrass Tour about his management of cheatgrass. (Photo by Miranda Mueller)

Pastures in Western Nebraska Respond Positively to Cheatgrass Herbicide Management

August 1, 2024
So far, the UNL study has revealed an increase in biomass, nutrient quality and minerals, as well as livestock weight gain, following a combination treatment to control cheatgrass.

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With a third successful prescribed burn completed at Barta Brothers Ranch on April 21, researchers are seeing what fire can and cannot do about invasive redcedars.

Barta Brothers Ranch Starting to See Results of Prescribed Burns

June 13, 2024
Throughout the project, researchers have observed increased vigor in the grasses, increased gains in cattle, differences in grassland bird communities and minimal changes in wind erosion across burned areas.

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Controlled burn of red cedar trees
A prescribed burn continues to be the most economical approach to controlling Eastern red cedar trees. (Photo by Troy Walz)

Pasture and Forage Minute: Red Cedar Control and Fall Hay Inventory

November 29, 2023
Recommendations for prescribed burning to control Eastern red cedar in pastures and rangeland, and fall hay inventory.

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Eastern redcedar in grasslands
Eastern redcedar trees invade grasslands in the Loess Canyons region. (CropWatch file photo)

Funds Available to Help Restore and Protect Rangeland

January 31, 2023
Landowners interested in receiving funding to address the spread of invasive woody vegetation on rangeland should apply at their local NRCS field office by Friday, Feb. 17, 2023.

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A prescribed burn continues to be the most economical approach to controlling Eastern red cedar trees. (Photo by Troy Walz)

Pasture and Forage Minute: Controlling Cedar Trees, Net Wrap Health Concerns

December 14, 2022
In this installment of Pasture and Forage Minute, extension educators review the most effective strategies for controlling Eastern red cedar trees, and managing net wrap and twine issues for livestock.

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A prescribed burn continues to be the most economical approach to controlling Eastern red cedar trees. (Photo by Troy Walz)

Pasture and Forage Minute: Preparing Alfalfa for Snow, Controlling Eastern Red Cedar Trees

December 13, 2021
Extension educators discuss the importance of snow cover to alfalfa and how to prepare your fields for Mother Nature's insulation, and using prescribed burning to control Eastern red cedar trees in Nebraska.

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Common mullein plants in field
Mild, wet winters favor common mullein growth, ensuring good germination the following year for new seedlings and good winter survival of plants entering the second year.

Common Mullein Control: Herbicide Choice and Application Timing

September 20, 2024
Effective weed control in range, pasture and CRP depends on selectivity and timing. In selecting an herbicide for common mullein control, there are many options.

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Phragmites growing along the Platte River in Nebraska

Nebraska Invasive Weed: Phragmites

June 8, 2020
The non-native species originated in Europe and was introduced into the United States along the east coast in the early 19th century. Today, non-native phragmites can be found over much of North America.

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