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Brush Management Methods

Type
Publication
Date of Publication
December 7, 2021
Price
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Overview

Brush should be managed to meet the objectives of the landowner. This publication describes chemical and mechanical methods of brush control, including root plowing, bulldozing, disking, power grubbing, and roller chopping. Prescribed burning is also discussed. (20 pages)

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