Considerations of early season hayfield scouting
Be on the lookout for the heaving of the crowns and root systems, healthy stems and toxic weeds you begin scouting your forage fields.
Getting better at grazing this fall
Learn how to extend your grazing during the winter months. You may not make the rotation last 150 days, but can you make it last longer — say, 90 days?
Spring grazing in 2011 proves to be challenging for producers in region
Grazing management has certainly been an interesting challenge this year. Who would have dreamed during last year’s dry weather that nearly everyone reading this...
Don’t fret if your hay supply isn’t the best, some tips on supplementing it
here are several ways to supplement and extend the existing hay for the winter season.
How long can crop residue be grazed?
With record-high fuel prices and part shortages, you might want to consider letting the livestock graze crop residues.
It’s time to add organic matter to soil
How has fertilizer prices impacted forage production on your farm? How do you think fertilizer prices will influence your production in the future? Can...
Are you still grazing? Make plans now for winter months
Now is the time to make sure equipment is in good working order and you have enough quality feed for your herd this winter.
The bum’s rush, courtesy of USDA
According to Alan Guebert, Sonny Perdue doesn't need to hit the road this summer to find more than enough messy problems to keep him busy through harvest.
Determining the fertilizer value of manure
Laboratory analysis provides the best means of determining manure's true value. Local Ohio State University extension offices can help you find a lab.
5 pasture improvements to begin in January
How can you get more production from your pasture? Focus on these five tips to improve utilization of your pastures through the growing season.
