Dec. 27 2016 Raising oats in the fall as forage for cattle is gaining popularity among dairy farmers.Wayne Coblentz, a USDA Agricultural Research Service dairy scientist in Marshfield, Wis., says that oats provide

Dec. 20 2016 The importance of supplementing low-quality forages or winter pastures with protein is backed by significant research data and farmer experience. However, protein supplements are often exp

Dec. 13 2016 Many producers plant annual forages during the summer for winter use. However, a decision has to be made on whether to bale the forage or graze it during winter.“Producers interested in grazing the

Dec. 6 2016 Winter is the ideal time to prepare for the upcoming grazing season.Performing key activities in the off-season, like summarizing production and grazing records, analyzing last year’s manageme

Nov. 29 2016 With pastures entering dormancy and cornstalk grazing underway, it will soon be time to start delivering supplemental feed to the herd. Often, hay is supplied in the form of large round bal

Nov. 22 2016 Figuring out how much fertilizer to use for forage grasses can be challenging. Applying more fertilizer than what is needed wastes money and causes excess runoff.“Fertilizer costs in forage producti

Nov. 15 2016 When calculating winter-feed needs for cattle, correctly estimating hay or standing forage intake is essential. Forage quality determines the amount of forage consumed

Nov. 8 2016 Serving as the foundation for all agricultural endeavors, soil requires our management and protection to maintain functioning ecological systems.“As part of managing for a healthy soil, cover crops

Nov. 1 2016 Some areas around the U.S. have already experienced several light frosts, raising questions about subsequent forage use. Inquiries about the use of warm-season grasses in the sorghum family

Oct. 25 2016 How cows digest forage determines the extent to which they will make milk. As most forage feeders know, forage quality varies from cutting-to-cutting and year-to-year, presenting challenges that

Oct. 18 2016 Due to the current beef-market situation, many producers are evaluating ways to cut costs without negatively impacting production. Feeding cows comprises the largest percentage of annual producti

Oct. 3 2016 Fall pasture growth can provide an extra opportunity for grazing livestock. If not managed carefully, though, it can have detrimental long-term effects on your forage stand.“A dry summer has stunted

Sept. 27 2016 A new white clover variety bred specifically to improve and maintain healthy, productive pastures has been released for seeding. Renovation is the first commercial product from a joint breeding effort

Sept. 20 2016 Though incorporating or leaving corn residue on the soil surface in fields is a common practice, harvesting residue can provide a beneficial feed source during the winter. However, if all

Sept. 13 2016 Claims that substantial amounts of water can be saved by growing forage hydroponically have attracted interest in the practice.But does this practice really save water?“Some have claimed that

Sept. 6 2016 With a depressed wheat market, grazing wheat may be a popular choice this winter. Grazing-out wheat through next spring and forgoing a grain crop is also an attractive option