Time for pasture ‘spring cleaning’
Walking fence lines, inspecting for weak spots, finding weed stands, setting up rotational grazing patterns and more will help get your pastures ready.
Managing pastures for genetic potential
A recent study out of the University of Illinois suggests that the low energy and high protein in lush pastures may have a negative impact on reproduction.
Remember to educate yourself, and your friends, about farming
As producers, we have many opportunities to share and educate.
Testing quality of forage
Having your forages analyzed is the only way to determine if hay will meet an animal's nutrient requirements during the winter.
How to reduce hay feeding costs
Feeding hay can be expensive. OSU Extension educator Garth Ruff recommends various strategies to reduce hay feeding costs.
Preparing for winter – livestock supplemental feeding basics
Ohio State University Extension educator Erika Lyon discusses how to prepare forgages for livestock for upcoming fall and winter season.
Pasture walks scheduled
By PETE CONKLE
The Eastern Ohio Grazing Council has planned workshops and pasture walks to answer grazing-related questions, share grazing ideas and encourage producers to...
Gripe, then adjust grazing tactics
Everyone seems to like to talk about the weather and farmers probably lead the pack in a lot of those discussions.
It is either...
Promoting better forages and enhancing soil health
Fall is an excellent time of the year for stockpiling fescue for delayed grazing.
Observe an attitude of gratitude all year
Taking a few minutes each day to appreciate the little things that blend into the canvas of the day may be just what we need.
