Choosing a date for the hay harvest depends on many factors.
Meehan
Producers should monitor their calf crop closely in the next week to 10 days.
Grazing native range grasses too early can reduce forage production.
NDSU research shows early intensive grazing has reduced bluegrass growth.
Limited snowmelt and rainfall could affect the quality of water in pastures.
Producers should be proactive in case drought is a problem this year.
Meehan is the Extension livestock environmental stewardship specialist.
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