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REPLANTING TREES ON DESERTED FIELDS IS A PROFITABLE ALTERNATIVE

With fewer people maintaining family farms, some land might not be cared for in the best manner. This land might be over-used from years of continuous farming, or a family simply doesn't have the time or inclination to care for the property.

Whatever the reason, both situations yield the same result-- fields that are deserted. There are alternatives to this situation. One is to plant trees on the property. By replanting trees, you can regenerate land as well as produce income for future generations. If you're considering planting trees on deserted farmland, there are several factors to consider.

Some trees won't grow successfully in certain soils so you'll need to gather information about the soils into which you plan to set the trees. This knowledge will make it easier to select the right tree species for that location.

Competition is another factor to consider. If you plant tree seedlings in a field where hay previously grew, grasses could grow up and smother the seedlings. Using a herbicide is an easy solution to this problem. However, you need to know what herbicide will be most effective, based on soil conditions and your goal for using the herbicide.

Fall is the best time to apply a herbicide because it kills grass and cool temperatures keep grass from regrowing. A fall application also helps prepare a field for early-spring tree planting.

By linking the proper tree and soil combinations with the necessary herbicide use, you'll spend minimal time establishing trees but endless time enjoying them.