These farmers are at the center of one of the most-watched environmental lawsuits against the EPA and the company that offers ...

Weeds are often not desirable in pastures for many reasons. Many weeds are less palatable to animals, weeds decrease rapidly in nutritive value as they mature, and some can be toxic if consumed in ...

Weeds can reduce the quantity and the stand life of desirable forage plants in pastures and hayfields. Weeds also impact the aesthetic value of a pasture. Therefore, producers may choose to ...

Animal pastures and Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) fields are continually stressed with a succession of noxious weeds and woody trees and shrubs throughout the growing season. University of ...

Spotted knapweed is not a serious concern in cropland because it is controlled by herbicides. In pastures, spotted knapweed is a serious problem. Its early spring growth allows it to out-compete ...

The Texas beef cattle herd grew slightly since January 2024, but the overall U.S. herd remains near its lowest numbers since 1961.