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All about grazing… in southern Brazil

Thursday, October 3, 2002 by All About Grazing

Pasture-based agriculture is important in Brazil, too. Ohio State forage specialist Mark Sulc shares his observations from South America in this week’s “All About Grazing” column. You’ll find it and other regular column features here.

All About Grazing

Thursday, September 19, 2002 by All About Grazing

This year’s dry weather has put every dairy or beef farmer in a similar predicament, and most livestock producers are faced with tight, if not outright insufficient forages to feed during the winter period. OSU Extension Agent Dean Slates shares some tips on making the most of what you’ve got in this week’s “All About Grazing” column. Read it and other weekly columns from this week’s paper.

In same boat: Forage inventory time

Thursday, September 19, 2002 by All About Grazing

This year’s dry weather has put every dairy or beef farmer in a similar predicament, and most livestock producers are faced with tight, if not outright insufficient forages to feed during the winter period.

Because of hot, dry summer, this will be an interesting fall for grazing

Thursday, September 5, 2002 by All About Grazing

Graziers are asking how to extend the grazing season and still get ahead of the game with solid fall pasture management. OSU Extension Agent Tom Noyes shares some tips in this week’s “All About Grazing.”

How to manage burned-out pastures

Thursday, August 22, 2002 by All About Grazing

Get tips on how to manage and graze dry pastures during the summer drought.

Stockpiling forage is easy to do

Thursday, July 25, 2002 by All About Grazing

Late July or August is when producers in Ohio need to start preparing fields for stockpiling.

Water: The elixir of life, farming

Thursday, July 11, 2002 by All About Grazing

Water is called many different things depending on your situation and location. Here in southern Ohio, it’s a real nuisance.

Start forage management now

Thursday, June 27, 2002 by All About Grazing

High level or rainfall means more forage growth, but also softer soil conditions and the potential for mud and compaction problems.

Think about it: How far ahead are you planning your grazing?

Thursday, June 13, 2002 by All About Grazing

Planning your grazing ahead of time could reap benefits.

Rain creates pasture challenges

Thursday, May 30, 2002 by All About Grazing

Five steps to promote quality pasture during the summer.