New forecasting and monitoring tools are helping ranchers stay ahead of forage shortages before they hit.

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

Leaving sufficient residual plant material (leaves, lower stem bases and crowns) is essential to maximize next year’s production for perennial grasses.

In most instances, the dormant season (late fall and winter) provides the best opportunity to remove litter and germinating annual grass seedlings without negatively affecting perennial plants.

Using cattle to graze standing forage can significantly reduce feed costs and aid in decreasing the cost of production.

Calving season is often accompanied by an unwelcome visitor. Calf scours can ride in out of seemingly nowhere and wreak havoc on young calves.