Pasture-Forage
Consider applying nitrogen on fall pasture now rather than later.
Spring-season frost seeding makes an easy way to add clover to grass pasture. Fall seeding works better, says Rob Kallenbach.
Fall is a good time to assess your range and pasture condition as we go into the winter season.
Many popular cover crops that also are used as forages can accumulate nitrates, including summer forages like sorghums.
Alfalfa establishment, weed management and marketing options are among topics addressed during a morning of sessions at the Wyoming Forage Field Day Thursday, July 10, at Farson.
Consider warm-season annuals as part of your forage rotation.
Is pasture insurance right for your farm? The answer could be yes, no or maybe.
Having a grazing plan will help extend the grazing season throughout the year.
With hay and forage prices where they are currently, planting annual forages into irrigated wheat stubble may be a good option this year.
Eastern Kentucky livestock and forage producers who are interested in learning about making their pastures more profitable should consider attending the East Region Grazing Field Day.
The bermudagrass stem maggot has been invading the southeast after coming to the U.S. from south Asia.
The cold spring has taken a hit on grass growth this grazing season.
Cool season grass hay cut in the month of May can be of exceptional quality when harvested in the boot to early heading stage.
Profitability for alfalfa growers is at risk thanks to a wave of insects, particularly weevils.
South Dakota ranchers who utilize pasture burning should be aware of recent advancements in prescribed fire education, planning, and options for implementation.
Cedar trees have been invading the prairies of the Great Plains and determine the best practices to manage the pesky plants has been challenging.
Feeding hay is just one strategy to consider when trying to compensate for drought-stressed pastures.
University of Florida Extension holds a forage workshop focusing on rotational grazing, utilizing clover and cover crops.
What causes grass tetany and how do cattle producer prevent the problem?
Nontoxic varieties of fescue produce more beef on fewer acres and are available for use.
Last summer’s rain combined with this winter’s frigid temperatures have left cattle suffering and Georgia cattlemen seeking answers.
Poor hay quality due to last year’s increased rainfall, has Georgia cattle farmers searching for alternative ways to supplement the hay they feed their herd.
How much of the nutrients cattle consume are recycled back to the pasture?
Soil testing is a necessity to reap the benefits of growing alfalfa for hay.
Late March or early April is the time to plant spring forage cocktails for beef cattle grazing.
Mississippi cattle producers can learn ways to improve their pastures at upcoming events taking place around the state this spring.
Tired of looking out across your pastures and hay fields and seeing that “sea of yellow” every spring?
Native grasses have relatively low fertility requirements, and recent increases in fertilizer costs have placed a premium on low input production options.