Its popularity stems from the fact that it is easily established from seed in a wide range of soil fertility and drainage conditions, and is persistent under low fertility and poor grazing management. Most seedsmen in Florida operate their business on a share-harvest basis.
Companies provide for harvesting, hauling, cleaning, storage, and sale of seed.
Actual seed production is undertaken by cattlemen to generate secondary income, especially in years when beef prices are low. Cattle are then withdrawn to allow inflorescence development and seed harvest. The purpose of this publication is to indicate which cultural practices lead to improved bahiagrass seed yield and quality. When a large amount of residue is carried over from the previous season, flowering may be inhibited and, hence, seed production on bahiagrass pastures may decline. However, seed production declined when old pasture was roller chopped because it allowed competition from re-seeding legumes such as aeschynomene and from weeds.