Forage

Beyond alfalfa, livestock producers turn to a range of forage crops, which are covered in this section.

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Just how bad is hay situation this year?

Nov 07, 2019

Buckeye Beef Brief: Take inventory of what you have now to plan your winter feeding program.

Are forages safe for livestock after frost?

Nov 07, 2019

University of Missouri Extension specialist says there is a prussic acid poisoning risk in sorghum and johnsongrass.

Will your hay provide enough nutrition for cattle?

Nov 06, 2019

Extension livestock specialist recommends testing your forage before feeding it to cattle this winter.

2 big ideas to plan hay and forage consumption

Nov 05, 2019

Manage your grazing and figure out where hay fits into your picture.

Ted Parker named Mississippi Farmer of the Year

Oct 23, 2019

Over time, Ted Parker’s business has flourished and branched out into seven farms in six Mississippi counties.

Tactical advice: Run one herd

Oct 22, 2019

If you want to build soil, increase animal health and increase your stocking rate, combine herds and move them frequently.

Let your voice be heard on grazing management practices

Oct 21, 2019

Take the survey, put your name in for a $50 gift card prize.

Managing frosted forages

Oct 21, 2019

Cattle could suffer from bloat when grazing on legumes a day or two after a hard frost.

Calculate real numbers for grazing cover crops

Oct 16, 2019

Figure the cost to graze cover crops, as well as how much money you can save.

Grazing year-round

Oct 15, 2019

Slideshow: These farmers incorporate annual forages into crop rotations to complement perennial pastures.