Pricklypear Biology and Management

Type
Publication
Date of Publication
December 7, 2021
Price
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Overview

Pricklypear is often considered an undesirable plant on Texas rangelands. However, many wildlife species feed on pricklypear, and it can be used as supplemental forage for livestock during winter and drought periods. In this publication ranchers learn how to control pricklypear and how to use it as a valuable range resource. (7 pages)

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