Reclaim overgrown pastures, improve grazing capacity, and build productive land. Brush control, overseeding, erosion prevention — complete pasture solutions.
Get a Free Estimate Call (903) 282-5148Productive pastureland is the foundation of every cattle operation, hay business, and rural property in the Texoma region. But pastures don't maintain themselves — without active management, cedar, mesquite, and brush slowly take over, weeds choke out good grass, erosion carries away topsoil, and grazing capacity declines year after year. Lonestar Land Pros provides comprehensive pasture management services that reverse this decline and build productive, resilient pastureland that supports your operation for the long term.
Brush control is usually the first step in pasture restoration. Across Grayson, Collin, Fannin, and Cooke counties, Ashe juniper (cedar) and mesquite are the primary culprits stealing land from productive grass. A single acre of dense cedar can consume enough water to support 2–3 acres of grass, and mesquite thickets block sunlight and compete aggressively for soil nutrients. Our forestry mulching equipment removes these invasive species efficiently, and the mulch left behind protects the soil while new grass establishes. For properties where cedar and mesquite have been encroaching for years, the transformation after mulching is dramatic — landowners regularly tell us they had no idea their property was that large.
Once brush is controlled, establishing quality forage is the next priority. The Texoma region sits in the transition zone between the eastern tallgrass prairie and the western mixed-grass prairie, giving us excellent options for both warm-season and cool-season grasses. Bermudagrass (Coastal, Tifton 85, and common varieties) is the foundation of most grazing and hay operations in our area — it's drought-tolerant, handles heavy clay soils, and produces well with proper management. For cool-season supplemental grazing, winter ryegrass or wheat overseeded into dormant Bermuda provides forage from November through April. Native grass mixes are ideal for wildlife habitat, CRP programs, and conservation-minded landowners.
Erosion control is a critical but often overlooked component of pasture management. The heavy clay soils across North Texas are prone to both sheet erosion and gully formation, especially on sloped properties or areas with bare ground. Bare soil from overgrazing, brush removal, or natural causes can erode rapidly during spring thunderstorms — a single heavy rain can wash away years of topsoil. We address erosion through ground cover establishment, strategic seeding, mulch application, and where necessary, constructed waterways and diversion terraces that safely channel runoff without cutting into your pasture.
Weed management rounds out a complete pasture program. Common weeds in Texoma pastures — including ragweed, broomweed, horsenettle, cocklebur, and thistle — compete with desirable grasses for water, nutrients, and sunlight. Left unchecked, weeds can reduce grazing capacity by 30–50%. We offer targeted herbicide application programs that control broadleaf weeds while preserving your grass stand, timed to coincide with the most effective control windows for each weed species. Combined with proper mowing, fertility management, and rotational grazing practices, a well-managed pasture can maintain productivity for decades.
We evaluate your current pasture condition — grass species present, brush coverage, weed pressure, erosion issues, soil condition, and grazing history. This assessment guides the restoration plan and prioritizes the most impactful improvements for your budget.
Using forestry mulching, we remove cedar, mesquite, and invasive brush from pasture areas. Selective clearing preserves desirable shade trees while eliminating the species that rob water and nutrients from your grass. The mulch layer protects soil during the transition.
Based on your goals and soil type, we overseed with appropriate grass varieties — Bermuda for grazing/hay, native mixes for wildlife, or cool-season species for winter forage. Timing is matched to optimal germination windows for each species.
Targeted herbicide applications control competing weeds while protecting new grass. Erosion control measures — terraces, waterways, or mulch barriers — are installed where needed to protect your investment and prevent soil loss.
We develop a maintenance schedule including mowing frequency, weed spraying timing, overseeding intervals, and brush spot-treatment to maintain and improve your pasture's productivity over time. Many clients transition to an annual management program.
Removing brush and establishing quality forage can double or triple your pasture's carrying capacity — meaning more cattle per acre or fewer acres needed for the same herd size.
Restored pastures with proper grass stands, weed control, and fertility produce significantly more hay per cutting — increasing your hay revenue or reducing purchased feed costs.
Removing water-hungry cedar and mesquite frees up groundwater for your grass. A single acre cleared of cedar can return thousands of gallons of water annually to your soil and water table.
Thick grass cover is the best erosion prevention available. Restored pastures hold topsoil during heavy rains, protecting your land's long-term productivity and preventing downstream sediment issues.
Well-maintained pastureland commands significantly higher per-acre prices than overgrown, brush-choked property. Pasture restoration is one of the highest-ROI improvements for agricultural land.
Properly managed pastures with a mix of grass, forbs, and managed woody cover provide excellent habitat for deer, quail, turkey, and other wildlife — enhancing recreational value alongside agricultural productivity.
"We had 60 acres that was half cedar and half weeds — barely supporting 15 head. Lonestar mulched the cedar, sprayed the weeds, and overseeded with Bermuda. Two seasons later we're running 35 head on the same land. Best investment I've made on this ranch."
"Bought property near Pottsboro that was completely neglected for years. Ty put together a restoration plan, cleared the brush, seeded it, and now it actually looks like a ranch. We're cutting hay off it now. The transformation is unbelievable."
"Had serious erosion problems on a sloped pasture. They installed some diversions, seeded the bare areas, and mulched the gullies. First big rain after the work — no erosion. Grass came in thick by mid-summer. Problem solved."
Initial clearing and brush control can be completed in days to weeks depending on acreage. New grass typically begins emerging within 4–8 weeks of seeding during the growing season with adequate rainfall. Full pasture recovery — thick, productive grazing stands — generally takes 1–2 growing seasons. The timeline depends on soil condition, seed variety, weather, and whether the pasture is rested during establishment. We build a realistic timeline into every restoration plan.
Bermudagrass is the foundation for most grazing and hay operations — Coastal and Tifton 85 are the top varieties for production, while common Bermuda works well for general pasture. For cool-season supplemental grazing, ryegrass and wheat provide winter forage. Native grass mixes (big bluestem, Indian grass, switchgrass) are excellent for wildlife habitat and CRP programs. We recommend varieties based on your specific soil type, management goals, and budget.
Costs vary by service: brush control runs $1,500–$3,500/acre, overseeding costs $150–$400/acre, weed spraying runs $50–$150/acre per application. A comprehensive restoration package for heavily degraded land might total $2,000–$4,500/acre. Ongoing annual maintenance programs are significantly less once the initial restoration is complete. We provide customized estimates based on your property's specific condition and your management goals.
For warm-season grasses like Bermuda, plant April through June when soil temps are consistently above 65°F. For cool-season forages (ryegrass, wheat), seed September through October. Overseeding into freshly mulched ground works exceptionally well because the mulch retains moisture and provides a good seedbed. We time our clearing and seeding to align with these optimal windows whenever schedules allow.
Absolutely — erosion control is a core part of our pasture management services. We address erosion through ground cover establishment, strategic seeding, mulch application on bare areas, and constructed features like diversion terraces and grassed waterways where needed. The mulch left from forestry mulching provides immediate erosion protection while new grass establishes. For severe erosion, dirt work may be needed to reshape gullies before revegetation.
Yes — we offer both one-time restoration projects and annual management programs. Ongoing programs typically include seasonal mowing, annual weed spraying, periodic overseeding, and brush spot-treatment. Many ranch clients start with a restoration project and transition to annual maintenance once the pasture is established. We design programs based on your goals, budget, and property size.
Lonestar Land Pros provides pasture management services throughout the Texoma region from our base in Howe, TX:
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