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On this episode we interview Dr. Will Gulsby from Auburn University to discuss the prevalence of ryegrass in deer food plots and why it is not an ideal planting. Dr. Will Gulsby explains that annual ryegrass is less palatable to deer, produces less forage, and can negatively impact turkey brooding habitat compared to other cool season grains like wheat and cereal rye. Ryegrass is also highly invasive and can spread easily through equipment. Dr. Gulsby and the hosts discuss strategies for controlling ryegrass, such as fall herbicide applications, and alternatives like managing for native vegetation. They also touch on the pros and cons of supplemental feeding versus planting quality food plots. Overall, the discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding the science and impacts of food plot plantings to effectively manage wildlife habitat.
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On this episode we interview Dr. Will Gulsby from Auburn University to discuss the prevalence of ryegrass in deer food plots and why it is not an ideal planting. Dr. Will Gulsby explains that annual ryegrass is less palatable to deer, produces less forage, and can negatively impact turkey brooding habitat compared to other cool season grains like wheat and cereal rye. Ryegrass is also highly invasive and can spread easily through equipment. Dr. Gulsby and the hosts discuss strategies for controlling ryegrass, such as fall herbicide applications, and alternatives like managing for native vegetation. They also touch on the pros and cons of supplemental feeding versus planting quality food plots. Overall, the discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding the science and impacts of food plot plantings to effectively manage wildlife habitat.

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