If you’ve got Giant Rat’s Tail Grass on your property, you’ll know just how quickly it can become a problem. What might start as a few plants along a fence line or in a paddock can soon spread and make pasture management a real headache.
Giant Rat’s Tail Grass is a tough, invasive grass that can compete with desirable pasture plants and reduce the quality and productivity of grazing areas. It’s also not something you want to simply ignore and hope it goes away — once established, getting it back under control can take some work.
Don’t let it get ahead of you
The key to managing Giant Rat’s Tail Grass is to act early. Regularly checking paddocks, fence lines, roadsides and other areas where it may be establishing can help you spot new outbreaks before they become a bigger job.
Good pasture management also plays an important part. Keeping desirable grasses and pasture plants healthy can help reduce the opportunities for weeds to establish and spread.
Herbicide options are available
At Kingstons Rural Supplies, we stock herbicide options to help tackle Giant Rat’s Tail Grass and other troublesome weeds.
Choosing the right product is important, as the best option can depend on where the weed is growing, the surrounding pasture and how well established it is. Our team can help you find a suitable product for your situation and provide practical advice on its use.
Always read and follow the product label carefully, including directions for application, rates, withholding periods and any grazing restrictions.
Keep an eye out
Giant Rat’s Tail Grass is much easier to deal with when you stay on top of it. Make weed inspections part of your regular property routine, particularly after periods of rain or when conditions are favourable for growth.
If you’re starting to see Giant Rat’s Tail Grass popping up around your property, don’t wait until it takes over.
Pop into Kingstons Rural Supplies and talk to our team about herbicide options to help you get on top of it.