Alternative weed management practices are being tested at the University of Missouri as herbicide resistant weeds become a bigger challenge in the Midwest.
The Weed Zapper is being evaluated for its effectiveness in pasture weed management. The equipment attaches to the front of a tractor and is used to electrocute taller weeds.
University of Missouri Extension Weed Specialist Kevin Bradley says some research has already been done in fescue with weed electrocution.
MU research evaluating alternative pasture weed management
