Know the origin and history of reed canarygrass

Understand the adaptation of reed canarygrass in agro-ecosystems

Be able to distinguish reed canarygrass from other forage grasses

Understand the limits to reed canarygrass use, especially pertaining to seedling vigor and palatability

Know the best management practices necessary for establishing and using reed canarygrass

Know what is meant by "sod bound" and how to avoid it with reed canarygrass

Know how quality of forage grasses like reed canarygrass changes with maturity

Understand how best to manage reed canarygrass when grazed

Understand the relationship between fertilizer N application and yield of forage grasses, including reed canarygrass

Know why reed canarygrass is especially suited for use in soil conservation and land application of industrial and municipal wastes

Understand why reed canarygrass is a relatively insect- and disease-free forage

Know 4 advantages and 4 disadvantages of using reed canarygrass