If the weed is present along field margins, mowing to prevent seed set and planting competitive perennial grasses are possible considerations. When harvesting infested fields, reducing the air on the combine and cutting low will help remove more of the seed from the field. Straw and chaff catchers will also help. Growing spring crops to allow germination of a majority of the jointed goatgrass seeds is the most effective control. At least two successive years of spring crops out of three crop years is suggested.
Spring barley appears to be a good competitor.
Delay fall seeding to allow elimination of iointed goatgrass seedlings with contact herbicides or tillage. A copy of this publication is available through the Agricultural Extension Agent in your county.