Be prepared for barley grass control

Stephen Burns
Updated August 11 2021 - 7:44am, first published August 2 2021 - 9:00am
Sheep producers are advised to be preparing now to control barley grass infestation in their sheep and lambs.
Sheep producers are advised to be preparing now to control barley grass infestation in their sheep and lambs.

As sheep producers across the south anticipate a bountiful spring and with sheep and lamb prices continuing to reach extraordinary levels, it was timely Dr Jane Kelly drew attention to her research into controlling the amount of grass seed particularly barley grass contamination of wool and carcass.

Stephen Burns

Stephen Burns

Journalist, Wagga Wagga

Jackaroo on Merino sheep studs in the Riverina, a lifetime working on the land with sheep, cropping and cattle. Graduate Charles Sturt Uni with degree in Business and a Dean's Certificate. Graduate C.B. Alexander Agricultural College

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