Aug. 22 2023 Despite a few species-specific differences, horse owners can follow many of the same grazing practices cattle producers adhere to during drought. Doing so will limit damage to perennial forage stands
Aug. 15 2023 Enduring a drought is depleting for forages as well as farmers. Not only did the lack of rainfall through mid-summer limit yield and quality in hayfields across the country, but the dry weather has le
Aug. 15 2023 Fertilizer can be a critical piece in the forage production puzzle whether it is applied during stand establishment, after a hay harvest, or as a maintenance application. Although fertilizer costs had
Aug. 8 2023 As we enter the second half of summer, relief may be on the way for cool-season forages as temperatures start to favor plant growth again in some regions. Even with cooler weather in the extended fore
Aug. 1 2023 Whether dry conditions deter forage growth or rainfall shortens the harvest window, farmers may have a hay crop that is lower in yield or quality than they anticipated this year
July 18 2023 Miller Adams created 50-foot corridors between every 50 feet of trees in his silvopasture system. He then seeded the open areas to switchgrass to promote better forage production during the summer
July 11 2023 After attending the highly anticipated parades and firework displays, it may feel like the dog days of summer are on a downward trend toward the fall
July 11 2023 Photo: University of MinnesotaWith a historically dry start to the summer, farmers would probably appreciate any form of rain in their forage stands
June 20 2023 Making a drought management plan months before the grazing season begins is like having a head start in a race; however, it’s not too late to step up to the starting line
June 20 2023 A buzzing fly is a bother, but a biting fly is a bully. Horn flies meet the latter description for many grazing operations, and these prolific pests can have a significant impact on animal health
June 13 2023 Some considerations for storing silage include packing density, excluding oxygen, and applying inoculants. Silage must achieve a specific pH to undergo proper fermentation and maintain forage quality
