Shrub encroachment control by browsing: Targeting the right demographic process

► Cytisus scoparius (Scotch broom) is a major dominant shrub species. ► We model the impact of three browsing intensities on broom population dynamic. ► We tested demographic patterns across different levels of browsing. ► Focusing browsing on juveniles is an efficient strategy for controlling broom ► This management strategy must be applied over several successive years.