forage

A forage alfalfa field. (Courtesy photo.)
Alfalfa, Crops

2025 alfalfa variety ratings now available

National Alfalfa and Forge Alliance has released its alfalfa variety ratings to help growers as they prepare for 2025. Read More

Bales should be removed from the field to avoid damage to existing forage and the hay itself. (U of A System Division of Agriculture courtesy photo by Dirk Philipp)
Alfalfa, Beef, Central Region, Cow Calf, Disaster Relief, Forage Crops, Kansas, Regional Roundup, Stocker

USDA emergency aid awarded to Kansas producers

Ranch horses need a forage-based diet for their health, energy and overall performance. (Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife)
Equestrian, Equine, Dairy, Sheep and Goats, Horses, Livestock

Why forage is the cornerstone of a working ranch horse’s diet



Beef cattle grazing in harvested field of corn (Photo: Iowa State University Extension & Outreach)

2024 forage webinar series continues on Dec. 10

  • By Fred M. Hall │ Iowa State University Extension and Outreach
Grazing livestock on cover crops is one of the most efficient ways to improve soil fertility. (Courtesy photo.)

Applying nitrogen to forages now is high risk, low reward

Cows on green meadow. (Photo: iStock - Toltek)

Considerations for fall grazing annual forages

Protein supplements can be offered to cows out on fall pasture. (Photo: K-State Research and Extension)

Short-term supplementation strategy

  • By Lisa Moser │ Kansas State University Research and Extension
Grazing livestock on cover crops is one of the most efficient ways to improve soil fertility. (Courtesy photo.)

Management intensive grazing school is Oct. 1-3

Flooded Iowa field (Photo: Iowa State University Extension and Outreach)

Forage specialist shares advice on assessment and recovery following flooding

  • By Shelby Gruss │ Iowa State University Extension and Outreach
Cattle grazing in a wheat pasture. (K-State Research and Extension news service)

Making the most of forage resources

  • By Lisa Moser │ Kansas State University Research and Extension
Cattle grazing in a wheat pasture (Photo: Kansas State University Extension)

Cattle Chat: Making the most of forage resources

  • By Lisa Moser │ Kansas State University Research and Extension