Matador GT tall fescue
US7294771B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 25, 2004 |
| Grant date | Nov 13, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 29, 2025 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01H5/12
- WIPO fieldFood chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A glyphosate-tolerant tall fescue (Festuca arundinacea) variety in one form known as Matador GT (experimental code PST-5TU0), seed used to produce the grass, and methods of using the grass plant and the seed are provided. This grass is suitable for use in lawns, athletic fields, golf courses, sod, and other turfs where weeds are a problem. Weed control in areas planted with the disclosed grasses can be achieved by direct application of glyphosate herbicides, for example at a rate of at least 4 ounces per acre, such as at least 8 ounces per acre.
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