# Post-Direct and Hooded Options for Pigweed Control

Author: Jim Steadman
Published: 2016-07-07
Canonical URL: https://www.cottongrower.com/crop-inputs/weed-management/post-direct-and-hooded-options-for-pigweed-control/

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Many cotton acres are nearing the true layby application timing. Considering how Palmer amaranth – or pigweed – seems to just keep coming this year, these directed applications are critical to obtain and maintain consistent pigweed control.

In his blog [**Post-Direct and Hooded Mixtures**](http://news.utcrops.com/2016/07/post-direct-and-hooded-mixtures/#more-2265), University of Tennessee Extension Weed Specialist Larry Steckel notes that glufosinate (Liberty) has displaced glyphosate as the most common herbicide used for post-direct or hooded operations. Yet, other options are available, and Steckel offers his thoughts on mixtures for growers to consider.