All About Grazing

Hemp dogbane and milkweed look alike, and both are toxic to livestock. Ohio State University Extension’s Christine Gelley explains how to tell them apart, why they are dangerous in hay systems and the most effective mowing and herbicide strategies to keep your pastures safe and productive.

Feed accounts for 65% of cow maintenance costs. OSU Extension expert John Yost explores how mature cow size impacts stocking rates and profit. Learn how to use genetic tools and on-farm evaluations to select for feed efficiency and reduce production expenses.

Spring calving in mud increases the risk of scours, navel ill and coccidiosis. Ohio State University Extension's Dan Lima talk about why colostrum is king and how to protect your calves from environmental pathogens.

Ohio State University Extension’s Jordan Penrose shares 5 essentials for mastering hay season: Optimize timing, maintain stand longevity, prep equipment, stay flexible with baleage and utilize forage testing.

Stop guessing your fertilizer needs. In the latest All About Grazing columns, Ohio State University Extension's Josh Winters leads us through how to use research-based calculations to determine how much P and K your livestock return to the soil through grazing.

Hard summers and muddy springs have left many pastures thin and weed-heavy. Ohio State University's Dean Kreager talk about how to use pasture condition scoring, soil testing and weed management to bring your forage back to life.

With livestock prices at record highs, learn how to calculate pasture value, analyze nutrient costs, and factor grazing into your farm’s profit margins.

Fly season starts long before the first swarm appears. If you want to protect your herd’s weight gain and milk production this summer, the work begins in April. From cleaning up old bedding to starting IGR minerals, taking action now prevents a population explosion in July. Check out these expert tips from OSU Extension’s Ted Wiseman on how to build an integrated fly management plan that works.

Minerals may be required in only small amounts, but their impact on livestock health and productivity is enormous. For farmers managing cattle, sheep and...

Lush pastures can be deadly. Learn how to identify symptoms of grass tetany and why a simple vaccination is the only real defense against soil-borne blackleg.