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Weed Busters: How to Sweep Out Perennial Broomweed

Type
Publication
Date of Publication
December 7, 2021
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Overview

Perennial broomweed is widespread on dry ranges and deserts from California to Texas and north to Idaho. It is poisonous to cattle, sheep, goats and swine.

Two methods of controlling this plant are described in this publication:

  • The ground broadcast spray method
  • The individual plant leaf spray method

(2 pages)

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