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Johnsongrass and other weedy grasses can be difficult to control in hay fields and pastures. A new wick-style applicator, called a rotowiper, offers control options for farmers.

To demonstrate this new technology to local farmers the Caldwell Extension Center, Caldwell Soil & Water District, and the North Carolina Department of Agriculture are working together to host a demonstration in Kings Creek on October 6 from 2:00 - 4:00 PM. The demonstration will be in the large hayfield on the east side of Hwy 18, just south of the Kings Creek School (MAP)

Forage weed control will be discussed followed by a demonstration of the rotowiper applicator on johnsongrass. North Carolina pesticide applicators will receive one hours of continuing credit by attending the program.

Our plan is to demonstrate something new and provide local farmers with information about this new technology. What producers need to decide is if this will increase their profits and this is something each farmer will have to decide for himself.

For questions about this event, please contact Seth Nagy.