This should be done when both plants and weeds are young. Once the food plots are mature it is very difficult to cultivate without harming the plants. Warm season plots should be kept clean from Sept. or Oct. until time to plant during the spring. Banking the moisture helps food plots to establish faster and produce forage longer. Areas with high rain fall can double crop food plots without needing to separate fields.
Some soils are more suited than others for farming.
If a soil test is unattainable, A recommended use of about 300-400 pounds of a balanced fertilizer should be used. It is best to have a pH of 5.8-7.0. The Southeast has a problem with acidic soils in which can be overcome by adding lime. It is best to know the pH before adding lime. Consult your County Extension Agent for additional information.