Title: How to Estimate Cost for Controlling Mesquite | Texas Natural Resources Server
Headings: How to Estimate Cost for Controlling Mesquite
How to Estimate Cost for Controlling Mesquite
Step 1. Estimate mesquite density (number of plants per acre).
Step 2. Use the graphs to estimate cost per acre.
Keep these points in mind:

Content: Stop. ( If large brush prevents seeing 363 feet or walking in a straight line, see below). Turn around and slowly return along a straight line to your starting point. As you proceed, count every mesquite rooted within 3 feet of your path (about an arm’s length on both your right and left sides). To calculate the number of mesquite per acre, multiply the number of mesquite counted along the line by 20. For example, if you counted eight plants, then the density is 160 plants per acre (8 x 20). Repeat this procedure in at least three more representative areas. Total the samples, then divide by the number of samples to calculate an average mesquite density for your pasture. This average will be the “plants/acre” value you will use in the Step #2. Example: