Tag: pasture management
Evaluating pasture damage: Is it time to renovate or repair?
Hard summers and muddy springs have left many pastures thin and weed-heavy. Ohio State University's Dean Kreager talk about how to use pasture condition scoring, soil testing and weed management to bring your forage back to life.
Don’t rush the grass: Spring pasture tips that actually pay off
Grazing too early is like cashing a check before payday. Learn why waiting for proper plant height and using rotational grazing protects your forage all season.
The essential guide to mineral supplementation for grazing livestock
Minerals may be required in only small amounts, but their impact on livestock health and productivity is enormous. For farmers managing cattle, sheep and...
Spring pasture management: Why early turnout can cost you big
Don’t let the March green-up fool you. Rushing livestock onto wet pastures can cause season-long damage. Learn how to prep your herd and your land for a healthy turnout.
How to repair mud and hay feeding damage after winter feeding
Did you know the waste area from feeding 1 hay bale can breed 1 million stable flies? Learn "mud math" and expert steps from Ohio State University Extension's John Yost on how to restore damaged pastures and boost forage quality.
Winterkill and frost heaving: How to assess forage damage this spring
Learn how extreme cold, ice, and frost heaving impact pastures. OSU’s Emma Matcham explains what to look for during green-up to identify forage winterkill.
What to know about reseeding right-of-ways
Pipeline easements can disrupt your farm. Learn how to manage reseeding, choose the right forage, and mitigate livestock health risks during land restoration.
Is fescue toxicosis spreading north?
Is your pasture toxic? Discover how drought and overgrazing increase fescue toxicosis risks and explore proven methods like clover dilution to keep cattle safe.
Winter tips for improving your pastures and hay management
Don't wait for spring! Learn how soil testing, forage analysis, and OSU Extension webinars can help you protect your pastures and prep for a successful year.
It’s the perfect time of year to feel gratitude for grasslands
A November mindset shift toward gratitude, celebrating grasslands, purpose and the dedicated people who keep our farms, families and communities thriving.
