Can' t help you on the weed proplem, I planted Bishops Wildlife Forage Mix on some logging roads in Haliburton last year and was pleased with the results considering the time of year I planted and lack of rain. It' s a no till type and was hand broadcasted (if you till you may get even better results) and with out soil testing. Planted again this spring on the Sun. of opening weekend of turks and have we had rain since, can' t wait to see how it turned out. Bought it at LeBarons.