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Using small grains as a dependable forage source will depend on several factors, including production potential, season of production, and winterhardiness.
When summer turns the heat up, ranchers in the fescue belt need to manage pastures more aggressively.
Improving the amount of green leaves capturing sunlight begins with proper stocking rates.
While everyone should have some hay on hand for emergency feeding, baling pastures may not be the best option.
Another way to manage old world bluestem using glyphosate is by doing a one-time application of 2-3 pounds per acre once the plant begins early heading.
Monitoring helps determine how much forage has been consumed.
A new K-State publication provides vital information on plants that, if consumed, could harm cattle and other livestock.
Winter feed stores are dwindling and the urge to get cows to grass is escalating.
Beef producers take pride in their cattle. When replacing toxic-fescue pastures, they can take pride in grass, says an extension forage specialist.
Grazing time is coming back with spring’s arrival on cool season perennial pastures around the southeast, but before dispatching the cattle to the pasture, producers should make some preparations.