Forage Production
The impact of fescue toxicosis on dairy production is a growing concern for producers who utilize fescue in grazing pastures.
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4 reasons to manage weeds in your alfalfa stand
Weedy alfalfa stands can reduce nutritional value and forage quality as well as have the potential to cause real livestock health concerns through nitrates or other toxins.
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Know these livestock-poisonous and abortifacient plants
Let’s take a look at some examples of non-native and native toxic-to-livestock plants that can harm the developing fetus or outright kill the dam.
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Emerging alfalfa threats and how to beat them in 2024
In looking ahead to the 2024 growing season, the panelists provided some helpful guidance on which pests alfalfa growers should be aware of.
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Forensic files: Soil edition
With the myriad of unexplored DNA in soil, the possibilities are endless and ever-expanding.
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Identify toxic plant issues on your next walkabout
Beware of toxic plants that cause abortions in younger animals and know where to look for them.
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Silvopastures in the southeast U.S.
Ecosystem services provided by silvopastoral systems are mediated by specific management practices, environmental conditions and overall design of the system.
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The essential bond between honeybees and forage crops
There is a crucial yet often underestimated role of pollinators, particularly honeybees, in forage crop production. While domestic and native colonies face growing challenges, farmers can implement practical strategies to preserve and enhance pollinator populations.
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Ensuring spinner spreader fertilizer application accuracy
Each time a different product is spread, or the rate of application changes, the spread pattern should be checked and the necessary adjustments made.
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The physiology of pasture bloat
There is no number on a forage report that can tell you a stand is “safe” from bloat risk, but smart management can help reduce that risk.
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