Lana Vetch for Medusahead Control

Abstract

Medusahead is invading California and western Oregon rangeland at an alarming rate. Overseeding with Lana vetch, a self-perpetuating annual legume, appears to be one of the most practical controls. Because Lana vetch can be successfully established without seedbed preparation it offers a practical method of controlling medusahead on rough terrain. Increased production and improved quality of forage from infested annual grass range are the result.