Ragan & Massey is committed to providing the knowledge necessary to help our customers care for their homes, farms and gardens. Job Done Right host Angie Avestruz talks with experts who share their knowledge in all things related to insect and weed control, lawncare, grass and forage seed and more.
Making the most of winter forage
When fall-planted pasture is managed correctly during the winter months, it can provide livestock and horses with productive forage well into the next spring. This episode of Job Done Right features Ragan & Massey’s Kyle Wilson. He discusses grazing intensity, forage seed selection, and other useful tips.
Related links:
Fall Forage Decisions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LfP71nvuT3A&list=PLPWrfk1hFOt_MoceeO5En-sBTDz3JRxOL&index=9 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LfP71nvuT3A&list=PLPWrfk1hFOt_MoceeO5En-sBTDz3JRxOL&index=9)
Planting Prine in the Winter: https://www.raganandmassey.com/2021/09/23/planting-prine-in-the-winter/ (https://www.raganandmassey.com/2021/09/23/planting-prine-in-the-winter/)
Nine Reasons Annual Forages See Production Problems: https://www.raganandmassey.com/2016/09/08/foraging-ahead-dr-don-ball-9-reasons-winter-annual-forages-see-production-problems/ (https://www.raganandmassey.com/2016/09/08/foraging-ahead-dr-don-ball-9-reasons-winter-annual-forages-see-production-problems/)
15 Oct 2021
Episode 13_Prescribed Burns
Managing timber and grass with prescribed burns.
Fire is a natural part of forest and grassland ecosystems. It provides numerous benefits for plants and wildlife when done safely and correctly. In this episode of Job Done Right, retired Georgia Extension Director Lannie Lanier and Ragan & Massey’s Kyle Wilson provide valuable advice for effectively utilizing prescribed burns.
1 Oct 2021
Episode 12_Deer Hunting and Food Plots
Establishing food plots in the fall can provide productive forage for deer and other wildlife all
winter and into spring. This episode of Job Done Right features retired University of Georgia
Extension Director Lannie Lanier and Ragan & Massey’s Steven Meadows. They discuss keys to food plot success and offer tips for deer hunting around plots.
20 Aug 2021
Episode 11_Managing Timber
Most people sell timber only once or twice in their lifetimes. There’s much to know to get the most value. This episode of Job Done Right features retired University of Georgia Extension Director Lannie Lanier. He discusses what to expect from a timber sale, and how to select and utilize a registered forester as a consultant.
6 Aug 2021
Episode 10_Best Practices for Safety
Be safe out there. Herbicide and insecticide safety begins with an understanding of the product label. It contains all information needed to target weeds and pests safely and effectively – but labels are long and can be intimidating. In this episode of Job Done Right, Mike Massey details where and what to look for on product labels, as well as best practices for using and storing pesticides.
23 Jul 2021
Episode 09_Fall Forage Decisions
Establishing forage plots in the fall pays big dividends in the spring for producers in the Southeast U.S. However, selecting the best seed variety can be a challenge. In this episode of Job Done Right, Ragan and Massey’s Kyle Wilson offers his advice on traits that result in better yield, cold tolerance, disease resistance and other factors.
9 Jul 2021
Episode 08_Getting Paid for Your Food Plots
Food plots provide value for a wide variety of wildlife. When done correctly they provide habitat and food for birds, insects and mammals. In this episode of Job Done Right, retired University of Georgia Extension Director offers his advice on establishing and maintaining food plots. He also details cost-share programs that may help you pay for the cost of the plot.
2 Jul 2021
Episode 07_Controlling Insects Indoors
No one wants insects and spiders inside their home, but keeping them away can be a challenge. In this episode of Job Done Right, Ragan & Massey’s Kyle Wilson offers his advice on safely and effectively controlling these pests. He discusses measures that can be taken to stop bugs, including using insecticides.
11 Jun 2021
Episode 06_Summer Gardening
Retired University of Georgia Extension Director Lannie Lanier offers useful advice on vegetable
gardening in the heat of summer. From watering tips to pest control to harvesting advice,
Lannie provides a wide range of expertise on making gardening productive and fun.
28 May 2021
Episode 05_RM43 Do’s and Don’ts
RM43 is the most effective, commercially available product for killing and preventing weeds. It was developed based on customer requests for a more potent herbicide that wouldn’t require respraying during the growing season. Ragan & Massey co-owner Tom Ragan talks about why RM43 came about, how it’s manufactured in the U.S., and what customers should know about how it works.
14 May 2021
Episode 04_Brush Control
Brush, trees and vines can pose a real problem when they grow in a spot where they’re not supposed to be. They also have a nasty habit of coming back when they are cut down. Ragan & Massey’s Kyle Wilson is an agricultural expert, and he talks with Angie about methods to control problem plants. There are three common treatment methods, depending on the size of the plant and the type of plant. Kyle provides tips on foliar application, the cut stump method and basal bark treatments to get rid of brush, trees and vines for good.
30 Apr 2021
Episode 03_Coverage vs Dilution
There are many factors to consider before applying herbicides and insecticides. In this episode of Job Done Right, Ragan & Massey co-owner Mike Massey talks with Angie about how to achieve optimal results from an application. Is the weather favorable? What safety precautions must be taken? What type of sprayer is appropriate? They also discuss spray aids, such as surfactants, and caring for spray equipment with specialized cleaners.
16 Apr 2021
Episode 02_Know Your Herbicides
This episode of Job Done Right picks up where episode 1 left off. Ragan & Massey co-owner, Mike Massey, offers advice on how to select the correct herbicide for specific uses. It takes a different type of product to kill weeds in lawns without killing the grass, and Mike explains what to look for to make the best choice. He also discusses products that help control brush.
1 Apr 2021
Episode 01_Know Your Herbicides
With so many herbicide products on the market, it can be a challenge to determine which is the best choice for a particular job. In this episode of Job Done Right, Ragan & Massey co-owner Mike Massey talks with Angie about the different categories of herbicides. They discuss factors to consider for products that kill all weeds and grasses, such as whether a product is EPA approved and how long to wait before planting grass seed.
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