Looking backward, forward and toward pastured pigs
Learn to minimize the damage pigs can cause to pastures.
Buy hay by weight, not by bales
Recently, a local hay producer asked what hay was worth. Of course, each forage producer will have a different cost of production.After he told...
Summer-planted oats make ideal forage
Oats can be planted in the summer as an early fall forage for harvest or grazing. OSU Extension educator Allen Gahler explains how to maximize yields.
Wean smart, reduce livestock stress
It has been said many times that the most economical way to raise cattle is in a forage system.
Strategies to renovate sacrifice grazing lots during muddy months
Sacrifice grazing lots are vital spaces for livestock in the winter, but these areas often struggle with mud accumulation in the spring.
Farm management requires teamwork
Learn how to develop a team-oriented grazing plan to manage your pastures better.
Time to look at those grazing plans
Now is the time to start thinking about adjusting grazing management plans and evaluating results from past decisions.
Improve your horse pastures with small, inexpensive changes
Well-managed horse pastures provide ground cover, prevent soil erosion and decrease runoff. Use these tips to improve your horse pastures.
Selecting forages for new spring seeding
Choosing a forage that is adapted to the conditions of your pasture may be more effective than adapting your pasture to fit an appealing forage.
Got strategy? Plan grazing now for fall
Grazing expert Pat Dyer says it's time to get serious about management for the rest of the year.
