Effect of different periods of irrigation on growth and yield of Cenchrus ciliaris at semi-arid zone of North Darfur State, Sudan

Buffel grass Cenchrus ciliaris L. (Poaceae) is recognized as one of Australia's most serious environmental weeds. This introduced has been associated with loss native species and alteration fire regimes. However, it also highly valued a pasture for arid semi-arid zones its weed status controversial. study was conducted at the private farm, Southern part Alfashir Airport, North Darfur State, Sudan. The objective to evaluate effect different periods irrigation (DPI) on growth forage yield during years 2018 2019. experiment laid-out in randomized complete block design (RCBD) four replicates, plot size 8x5 m. Data collected included plant density, ground cover, height dry matter yield. DPI showed significant Plant that every 7 days (Ir1) suitable buffel zone Quantitative studies are needed determine ecological effects.