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SEEDED BERMUDAGRASS EVALUATION FOR CENTRAL FLORIDA -A MULTI-COUNTY APPLIED RESEARCH/DEMONSTRATION PROGRAMS

Applied Research

Sharon Fox Gamble
Extension Agent IV, MS
VOLUSIA COUNTY EXTENSION SERVICE
DELAND

Abstract

Hybrid bermudagrasses are outstanding warm-season perennials however vegetative propagation is not suitable for many small landowners. Seeded types offer ease of establishment. Many new landowners are inexperienced but highly motivated to learn pasture management to sustain livestock. The objectives of this program was 1.) to conduct research to generate needed information, 2.) use the on-going research/evaluation for forage demonstration concepts in multiple field days and 3.) incorporate cultural plot practices as pasture management educational tools for pasture management schools planned for Central Florida counties. Three replicates of eight research/demonstration plots of seeded varieties plus two hybrids bermudagrass were planted in a randomized block during July 2008. During establishment, percent plot cover, winter survival, and flower data were recorded. Plots were harvested during the growing season every 28 days and evaluated for dry matter yield and quality. Fertilization and weed control practices followed IFAS recommendations. Plots were successfully established and one growing season of data collected. Two field days and three pasture management schools were conducted that included educational material generated by field plots. This is a concerted effort by several central Florida Extension agents, the Extension Specialist, the seed industry, and cooperator farmer that brings IFAS pasture recommendations and the option of seeded bermudagrass to producers.

Poster has NOT been presented at any previous NACAA AM/PIC

This poster is being submitted for judging. It will be displayed at the AM/PIC if not selected as a State winner. The abstract will be published in the proceedings.

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Authors: J.H. Walter, C.R. Bateman, S.F. Gamble, E.W. Jennings, D.M. Mudge, Y.C. Newman, J.M. Shuffitt, M.E. Thomas, M.W. Warren
  1. Walter, J. Extension Agent - Brevard County, UF/IFAS Extension, Florida, 32926
  2. Bateman, C. Extension Agent, UF/IFAS Exension Agent - Osceola County, Florida,
  3. Gamble, S. Extension Agent, UF/IFAS - Volusia County, Florida, 32724
  4. Jennings, E. Extension Agent, UF/IFAS - Pasco County, Florida, 33513
  5. Mudge, D. Extension Agent, UF/IFAS - Orange County, Florida, 32812
  6. Newman, Y. Agronomy Specialist, UF/IFAS - Agronomy, Florida, 32611
  7. Shuffitt, J. Extension Agent, UF/IFAS - Marion County, Florida, 34470
  8. Thomas, M. Extension Agent, UF/IFAS - Lake County, Florida, 32778
  9. Warren, M. Extension Agent, UF/IFAS - Flagler County, Florida, 32110