Spring Weed Management: Preparing Your Pastures for a Strong Recovery

After an extended drought, South-Central Texas rangelands are finally expecting some much-needed rainfall. While this is great news for forage growth and pasture recovery, it also means something else—a surge in weed pressure. Dormant weed seeds, lying in wait for the right conditions, are ready to take advantage of the moisture. Without proactive weed management, these unwanted plants will outcompete desirable forage just as pastures begin to rebound.

A lush, overgrown pasture in South Texas is filled with vibrant wildflowers and weeds, competing with dense green foliage.

Why Weed Control is Critical After a Drought

Drought-stressed pastures are already at a disadvantage. Weeds are aggressive competitors, quickly using up soil moisture and nutrients before grasses have a chance to establish. Left unchecked, weeds can:

• Reduce forage availability for livestock by crowding out nutrient-rich grasses.

• Delay pasture recovery by preventing desirable species from taking root.

• Increase long-term management costs, as neglected weeds become tougher to control later in the season.

By eliminating weeds early, you allow native and introduced grasses to fully utilize the coming rainfall, giving pastures the best chance to bounce back and thrive.

Expect Increased Weed Pressure This Spring

After a long drought, weed seeds accumulate in the soil, waiting for the right moment to germinate. The predicted rains will likely trigger a larger-than-normal emergence of broadleaf weeds and annual grasses, making early intervention more important than ever.

Strategic Weed Management for Maximum Pasture Recovery

A well-timed herbicide application can:✔ Eliminate early-season weed competition, allowing grasses to take full advantage of soil moisture.✔ Reduce seed production, lowering weed pressure for future seasons.✔ Improve forage quality and quantity, leading to better grazing conditions for livestock.

Aerial Herbicide Applications: Fast, Efficient, and Effective

At Aerial Vegetation & Imagery Solutions, we specialize in precision herbicide applications to help ranchers and landowners stay ahead of weed pressure. Our aerial drone technology ensures:✅ Fast coverage of large areas, minimizing labor costs.✅ Targeted applications, reducing herbicide waste.✅ Minimal soil disturbance, preserving pasture health.

Now is the Time to Act!

With rain on the way, don’t let weeds steal the moisture your pastures desperately need. Contact Aerial Vegetation & Imagery Solutions today to schedule your spring herbicide application and set your land up for a healthy, productive growing season!