I have a long term 50 acre lease. The field has been baled but neglected for probably 10 years. I put 100 tons of basic slag on it last spring.
The Extension Agent said the best thing to do would be the plow and replant. Sage grass is the predominant grass right now.
I had decided to prepare the seed bed and drill Tifton 9 Bahia. In looking at the planting recommendations it says not to expect a good stand for 12 - 24 months. I did not realize if I planted it this spring that I most likely would not get a cutting this year. I have concerns about putting that much money into something and having to wait so long to get any return. It has kind of taken the wind out of my sails on the project.
When we sprigged Bermuda on our own fields we would get at least one good cutting the first year.
Does anyone know approximate cost to have Bermuda sprigged? Am now thinking about sprigging Bermuda in strips.
Any other advice or thoughts?
Thanks.
The Extension Agent said the best thing to do would be the plow and replant. Sage grass is the predominant grass right now.
I had decided to prepare the seed bed and drill Tifton 9 Bahia. In looking at the planting recommendations it says not to expect a good stand for 12 - 24 months. I did not realize if I planted it this spring that I most likely would not get a cutting this year. I have concerns about putting that much money into something and having to wait so long to get any return. It has kind of taken the wind out of my sails on the project.
When we sprigged Bermuda on our own fields we would get at least one good cutting the first year.
Does anyone know approximate cost to have Bermuda sprigged? Am now thinking about sprigging Bermuda in strips.
Any other advice or thoughts?
Thanks.
