Tag: forages
The importance of forage testing
Ohio State Extension educator Emily Hornberger provides valuable insights into testing grazing pastures and other forages, including hay or silage.
Seed forages in early spring to fill shortfalls
Ohio State Extension educator Jason Hartschuh provides tips for planting spring forages.
Now is the perfect time for a feed supply check up
As you reflect on the year ahead, have you accurately accounted for your forage supply? Learn how to start making assessments.
How to manage alfalfa in the fall
Ohio State Extension educator Jason Hartschuh explains different scenarios that can impact an alfalfa stand's regrowth the following spring.
Considering pasture plant growth to meet animal needs
Knowledge of plant anatomy and physiology and understanding the forage life cycle can help farmers manage pasture growth for animal needs.
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.
Grazing management strategies focus on issue identification
Thoughtful management will allow managers to help control weeds by making sure the desired forages have a healthy competitive advantage.
Ohio State University Extension offers Forages for Horses virtual course
Beginning Aug. 30, Ohio State University Extension will be offering Forages for Horses — a virtual course for equine managers.
What does money smell like?
Dairy cows have a distinct smell, producing both high-quality dairy products for consumers and high-quality manure to be spread on forage fields.
Winter annual cereal grain forages success starts now
Winter annual forages can be a very economic feed for cows and heifers. The four most common winter annuals are rye, triticale, wheat and barley.
