Berg Agricultural Hall 316
Agronomy, Horticulture & Plant Science-2207A
Brookings, SD 57007
Graig supports the citizens of South Dakota as an SDSU Extension Weed Ecology Field Specialist at the South Dakota State University campus in Brookings.
Under hot and dry conditions, weeds are stressed and herbicide activity decreases, leading to poor management. While recent rain events have impeded row crop harvest, the moisture is welcomed to improve the activity of fall herbicide performance for noxious weeds in pastures and rangelands.
Spotted spurge is a common, drought-tolerant weed known for its prostrate growth pattern, meaning it grows lying flat on the ground. This is one of the most-difficult weeds to control in lawns, gardens, and landscaping.
Velvetleaf is a large weed with soft leaves that’s normally associated with corn and soybean fields. However, we’re hearing more gardeners and specialty crop growers reporting its presence.
