Written collaboratively by Zachary Loomis, Eric Jones and Adam J. Varenhorst
Fact sheet to help identify and manage common cocklebur.
Written collaboratively by Zachary Loomis, Eric Jones and Adam J. Varenhorst
Fact sheet to help identify and manage common cocklebur.
Waterhemp seedlings were observed in Volga, South Dakota and other observations of emerging seedlings have been and reported elsewhere in the state. While the seedlings are still small, forecasted rain and increased temperatures will cause these plants to grow rapidly.
Forage research indicates that, although alfalfa is considered to have good cold temperature tolerance, minor frost damage may occur when plants are exposed to air temperatures slightly below freezing for several hours, and more severe damage will be seen when temperatures drop below 25°F for four or more hours.
Recent decades have brought a noticeable increase in climate variability in South Dakota. Understanding these trends and adopting adaptive management practices can help producers strengthen the resilience of their operations.