The 2013 growing season was unusual for pasture production and quality across North Dakota.

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Drought is impacting about a quarter of the state.

Nitrate levels are a concern when haying or ensiling corn.

Canola can be an alternative feed for livestock, but producers need to be aware of the challenges.

Without regular irrigation cycles and uniform coverage, most lawns have turned brown.

Some forage may be low in nutritional value and high in nitrate.

Spider mite feeding reduces the photosynthetic area of the leaves and heightens drought stress.

Dry conditions in some parts of North Dakota have producers looking at feed alternatives.

NDSU’s rangeland management specialist offers advice for harvesting Conservation Reserve Program land for hay.