That presented a bit of a logistics problem. A couple of the fields we fudged on a little bit and kept them out about 12 days instead of the full 14, especially if we had a rain. Naylor could do that because Crossbow does not even carry a labeled grazing restriction unless it is used at rates in excess of two gallons per acre. The way the product works, the more water you use, the better off you are at that time of year. Naylor is as delighted with the results as the applicator.
Appearances account for a lot.
Taking away the competition just enabled the grass to grow so much better. I knew it would make a difference, but I wasn't prepared for that much difference. But he hopes to add spraying to his management toolbox. I have proven to the upper echelons that spraying does make a big difference. John Deere is coming out with a new sprayer that has a boom cover so that you can spray in up to 35 mph winds with absolutely no drift.