Evaluation of Wynn Cassia

Summary

While further analysis is required to confirm real costs, preliminary data suggests that pasture productivity is lost - with a consequent economic impact - when pastures are overrun with Wynn Cassia. As a result of this project, most producers in the Douglas Daly will no longer plant Wynn Cassia. Many are implementing management practices to reduce its dominance and improve pasture productivity. Producers are now more aware of the need to monitor pasture performance more objectively. Community confidence about conducting research and development projects has greatly increased, with young people embracing the opportunity to become involved in applied research, and in organising and addressing meetings.