News — Foxtail

Effective Foxtail Control: A Seasonal Guide for Georgia Growers Foxtail is a notorious invader in summer forages, particularly thriving in perennial grasses like fescue. If left unmanaged, it can significantly impact pasture quality and productivity. For farmers in Georgia, an effective foxtail control program begins early — mid to late February — with the timely application of pre-emergent herbicides. Controlling Foxtail in Fescue by Pre-Emergence Annual foxtail can be effectively managed with Prowl H2O herbicide by following this recommended approach: First Application:Apply 3 quarts per acre in mid-February. It’s crucial to have at least ½ inch of rainfall within 36-48...

Foxtail is a culprit and invades forages in the summer months.  To effectively control the grassy weed in cool season perennial grasses such as fescue, a pre-emergent herbicide protocol must start in Georgia in mid to late February. Using a pre-emergent spray application for foxtail control in fescue, annual foxtail can be effectively managed with Prowl H2O. Here’s the recommended approach: First Application: Apply 3 quarts per acre in mid-February. It's critical to have at least ½ inch of rainfall within 36-48 hours after application to activate the pre-emergent barrier. Follow-Up Applications: Apply 2 quarts per acre every 75-90 days. The greater the rainfall, the closer to the 75-day mark the application should be...