Tag: grazing
Take precautions with early spring grazing
Early spring grazing can be risky. Take precautions and transition your herd to pasture slowly.
Farmers and ranchers receive $12 million for conservation on grazing lands
USDA has awarded $12 million in cooperative agreements for 49 projects that increase the use of conservation practices on grazing lands.
Evaluating management practices for backgrounding cattle
Learn more about management practices for backgrounding stocker calves on grass in 2023.
Appraising who’s grazing and the damage being done
There are a few actions that can be taken to reduce the yield loss in hay fields from damage caused by white-tailed deer.
Spring management for winter annual cereal forages
It may still be early March but now is the time to consider the need for spring fertilizer or weed control in winter annual cereal forages.
Determine soil nutrient needs prior to grazing
Soils with adequate nutrients and pH promote pasture growth and development. Soil sampling is the most accurate way to determine what your pasture needs.
Three things to watch for in pastures and hayfields in 2023
Find out why Ohio State Extension educator Clif Martin is keeping a close eye on Asian Longhorned Tick, invasive shrubs and drone use on the farm in 2023.
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.
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.
How to build a heavy use pad
It's time to consider installing heavy use pads in areas around waterers and locations where hay will be fed that have been an issue in the past.
