Posted by Bill VA on August 13, 2015 at 05:28:55 from (216.24.79.193):
In my earlier post, Round 2 - Mowing the Hay ( https://www.yesterdaystractors.com/ttalk/messages/1608773.html ) JD Seller noticed a purple tint in the grass tops and inquired about it. Several chimed-in and said it was Greasy Grass or Purple Top (same grass - different name). I was told last August it was broomsedge from what I thought was a knowledgeable person affiliated with a major ag university - but as often the case, misinformed. I appreciate the eagle eyes on this forum!
So at some point this grass and the fields will be killed-off and replanted, but for now, I got what I got, just much less weeds this year thanks to some 2,4-d and Pasturegard. Easier to sell weed free hay IMHO.
As was mentioned, broomsedge is not a desirable grass. Is purpletop any better?
From a forage standpoint, can't find much info on purpletop.
I like to explain to the customer what they are getting in our hay, good, bad and the ugly.
Tell me about purpletop / grease grass - the good, bad and ugly.
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