Forages
https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/news/topics/crops/forage
Wild winter temperature has different effects on forage crops
https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/news/newsreleases/2024/march/wild-winter-temperature-has-different-effects-on-forage-crops
If plants were well established prior to the onset of winter and had the opportunity to harden and tiller, chances of survival are very good, but forage production may be impacted.No publishercrops-forages2024-03-15T21:43:30ZarticleNDSU Extension provides outlook for the 2024 grazing and haying season
https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/news/newsreleases/2024/march/ndsu-extension-provides-outlook-for-the-2024-grazing-and-haying-season
Regardless of spring conditions, have a drought plan in place.No publishercrops-forageslivestock-feeding2024-03-06T22:24:13ZarticleDespite mild winter, spring may bring forage challenges
https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/news/newsreleases/2024/february/despite-mild-winter-spring-may-bring-forage-challenges
In spite of predictions for a warmer and drier spring, ranchers should prepare for potential impacts to spring turnout.No publishercrops-forageslivestock-beef cattle2024-02-16T20:26:20ZarticleFall grazing use influences spring forage production
https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/news/newsreleases/2023/october/fall-grazing-use-influences-spring-forage-production
Monitoring pastures in the fall is critical to spring forage production.No publisherlivestock-feedingcrops-forages2023-10-16T17:53:09ZarticleTake precautions against toxicity of sorghum forages
https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/news/newsreleases/2023/october/take-precautions-against-toxicity-of-sorghum-forages
Cool temperatures and other fall stressors can lead to the development of prussic acid or accumulation of nitrates in sorghum forages.No publishercrops-forageslivestock-feeding2023-10-09T22:01:18ZarticleConsider annual forages and cover crops when hay production is down
https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/news/newsreleases/2023/july/consider-annual-forages-and-cover-crops-when-hay-production-is-down
The best forage species will vary based on the primary planned use.No publishercrops-forages2023-07-17T20:25:31ZarticleSweet clover an excellent forage with the right precautions
https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/news/newsreleases/2023/june/sweet-clover-an-excellent-forage-with-proper-precautions
Proper curing and testing of hay containing sweet clover, as well as proper feeding management, can overcome potential issues.No publishercrops-forages2023-06-30T15:21:26ZarticleCelebrate National Forage Week
https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/news/newsreleases/2023/june/celebrate-national-forage-week
National Forage Week is June 19-25.No publishercrops-forages2023-06-21T18:34:55ZarticleBlister beetles in hay are a danger for livestock
https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/news/newsreleases/2023/june/blister-beetles-in-hay-are-a-danger-for-livestock
Blister beetles are attracted to blooming alfalfa and weeds.No publishercrops-forages2023-06-15T14:43:13ZarticleNow is the time to scout for alfalfa weevil
https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/news/newsreleases/2023/june/now-is-the-time-to-scout-for-alfalfa-weevil
The best practice for alfalfa weevil management is scouting.No publishercrops-forages2023-06-07T22:08:07ZarticleConsiderations for annual forage production this season
https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/news/newsreleases/2023/april/considerations-for-annual-forage-production
NDSU Extension specialists offer tips for planning annual forage crops.No publishercrops-forages2023-04-12T17:00:56ZarticleNDSU Extension provides outlook for the 2023 grazing season
https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/news/newsreleases/2023/march/ndsu-extension-provides-outlook-for-the-2023-grazing-season
The two factors that will influence forage production in 2023 are April through June precipitation and grazing management in 2022.No publishercrops-forages2023-03-06T18:23:00ZarticleExtend the grazing season with corn stalks
https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/news/newsreleases/2022/october/extend-the-grazing-season-with-corn-stalks
With proper considerations for nutrient content and stocking rate, corn residue can extend the grazing season.No publishercrops-forages2022-10-26T16:36:00ZarticleConsider toxicity issues when grazing in the fall
https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/news/newsreleases/2022/october/consider-toxicity-issues-when-grazing-in-the-fall
Extension livestock specialists urge producers to consider grazing management and potential plant and animal health implications when grazing certain forages this time of year.No publishercrops-forages2022-10-04T22:31:53ZarticleMoisture content of forage at baling affects forage quality at feeding
https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/news/newsreleases/2022/september/moisture-content-of-forage-at-baling-affects-forage-quality-at-feeding
Moisture content at baling is the main factor in determining bale preservation and nutrient content over time.No publishercrops-forages2022-09-27T14:21:58Zarticle