Still trying to finish my grazing list
Take this time of year to evaluate whether all of your planning and preparation has paid off or if you still have some work to do.
Water is an important part of management as weather changes
There are several things to consider when shaping your management practices regarding water access for livestock.
An extension educator’s grazing wish list
OSU Extension educator Dirk Dempsey shares his grazing wish list and details strategies farmers can use for management-intensive grazing.
Getting ready for spring grazing
Developing and managing what you have is often more cost effective than trying to completely renovate a pasture or grazing system.
Can turnips really save the day?
By Chris PenroseNow that we have up most of our hay for the year, we can start to determine if there will be enough...
Thinking ahead to grazing season issues
Our January weather here in Ohio has been quite pleasant compared with the cold December we experienced.
Check up on your alfalfa agronomics
Ohio State Extension has reviewed its guidelines for growing alfalfa amid reports of fall armyworm infestations. Clif Martin shares some updates.
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.
Frost seed for improvement
Frost seeding of legumes in February and early March can be used to improve pasture, hay quality and yield.
Consider alternatives to forage
Current pasture conditions are variable across the state due to lack of rain for many, so planning will get you better prepared for this fall and winter.
