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Left: A forage site with more than 100 per cent canopy cover. All four sampling sites have similar basal plant density. Right: A forage site with less than 100 per cent canopy cover and significant levels of litter.
Forages, Livestock

Canada’s $5B forage crop needs a closer look

Moving beyond the 'roadside view' to manage basal density, canopy cover and litter for maximum productivity

By Sean McGrath 3 hours ago
Reading Time: 4 minutes Forage production is a valuable contributor to the ag economy, ranking as Canada’s third most important crop behind wheat and canola.

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