An animal scientist becomes the director of the Central Grasslands Research Extension Center.

Test forages for nitrates prior to grazing or haying.

High levels of nitrates in corn silage can be toxic to animals and humans.

Conducting a hay inventory now will give producers a good idea of possible deficiencies.

Manure management is important for managing winter feeding areas.

Inadequate nutrition can cause cows to lose weight and body condition.

The right option depends on the location and management goals.

Plants can help signal overgrazing on rangeland.

Range monitoring helps producers provide abundant and nutritious forage for their livestock.

Ranchers should expect delays of approximately four weeks.