30 April 2025

Key tips for weed control on grazing and silage ground

Chris Maughan, Product and Technical Manager with Whelehan Crop Protection, discusses weed control on grazing and silage ground on this week’s Beef Edge podcast.

Chris highlights the opportunity to control weeds, particularly docks in silage ground and grazing paddocks. Nettles and thistles are possibly the most common weed on farm and Chris outlines the best control method. Chickweed is also an issue on some farms, maybe more so in new leys, and Chris advises on treatment options.

In relation to reseeds, Chris says post-emergence spray is critical. However, in red clover and multispecies swards, it is more difficult to control weeds in these swards. In addition, he outlines some options for condoling ragwort and rushes also.

Finally, Chris highlights the regulations, as well as the health and safety aspects, and the importance of maintaining a buffer of 3 metres.

Listen in below:

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