Perennial forages improve soil structure, reduce compaction and help leach salts from the root zone. For producers committed to stewardship, perennials are more than cover – they’re a strategy for resilience.

Grazing distribution isn’t just about weather and terrain – it’s also about the cattle and vegetation.

From boots on the ground to drones in the sky, extension education is entering a new era.

As the crop year winds down and uncertainty looms for 2026, one thing remains clear: Informed farmers make better decisions.

Winter grazing isn’t just a cost-saver – it’s a smart strategy for livestock health and performance.

Fescue toxicosis is commonly seen in cattle grazing endophyte-infected tall fescue. Despite the risk, tall fescue remains widely used across many regions because of its ease of establishment and long-term persistence.

Llamas and alpacas may graze like cattle, but their nutritional needs tell a different story. With limited gut capacity and constant dry matter intake, these fiber-producing camelids rely on nutrient-dense forage to meet their protein, energy and micronutrient needs.

Crinkled leaves and discolored tops signal boron is missing and forage quality is decreasing. Boosting leaf growth with this micronutrient can mean higher feed value and healthier roots.

Silage yields are soaring, but what is happening to the soil left behind?