Time it right for improved starch digestibility
Waiting to open up ensiled forages can reward patient producers with significant increases in productivity and reduced feed costs.
View Article2015 World Forage Analysis Superbowl offers $22,000 in prizes
The World Forage Analysis Superbowl, held annually in conjunction with World Dairy Expo, provides forage producers the opportunity to showcase their high-quality forages from across North America.
View ArticleForage timeline I: Walk away from the calendar
Making the decision of when to cut heavily dictates forage digestibility and quality – in addition to location and environment effects – should be enough to drive us to look outside the primitive...
View ArticleStore harvested forages by cutting date or hybrid type for most efficent use
Much of the country has finished up first cut alfalfa and grass hay or silage. At Miner Institute we have received almost daily rainfall, resulting in challenging conditions for our farm crew to finish...
View ArticleDairy Expo Countdown: Dairy Forage Seminars, Superbowl
“Dairy in our DNA” is the theme of the 2015 World Dairy Expo, set for Sept. 29-Oct. 3, in Madison, Wis. In preparation for this year's event, Dairy Herd Management provides a daily “Dairy Expo...
View ArticleGrowth performance and sorting characteristics of forage dilution
Pregnant heifers consuming high-quality forage diets are susceptible to excessive weight gains and overconditioning. One approach for controlling this problem is to dilute diets with low-energy...
View ArticleUSDA extends deadline to increase protections for forage crop losses
The deadline for producers to obtain or modify higher levels of coverage for forages through the Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) is extended to Nov. 13, 2015.
View ArticleSizing bunkers and silos for feed removal
Decisions regarding type and size of structure can set us up for success or failure much later in the year when the feed is fed.
View ArticleSupplemental dairy forage options
Short-season forages provide dairy producers an excellent opportunity to supplement forage supplies when needed during specific seasons, while adding flexibility to forage production systems. Options...
View ArticleHow Will 2016’s Forage Feed?
Author: wbechtelQuality is strong, but the Midwest could have problems.
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