G94-1205 Shattercane and Its Control

Authors

Fred Roeth, University of Nebraska - LincolnFollow
Alex Martin, University of Nebraska - LincolnFollow
Robert N. Klein, University of Nebraska - LincolnFollow

Date of this Version

1994

Comments

© 1994, The Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska on behalf of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln Extension. All rights reserved.

Abstract

Shattercane infestations may destroy a crop if not properly controlled. This NebGuide describes the characteristics of shattercane and discusses non-chemical, preemergence, herbicide incorporation and postemergence control.

Shattercane (Sorghum bicolor L. Moench) is a forage-type sorghum also known as black amber, chicken-corn, and wild cane. Infestations are most prevalent in Nebraska river valleys and tributaries, but are found in upland areas also.