Water-stressed forages have more fibre and less protein, and that can reduce feed intake and body conditioning
Testing is especially important this year as supplies are tight and quality down in many areas of the province
Digestibility, nutrient levels, and presence of mycotoxins are factors to consider before swath grazing or baling
There’s a high incidence of mouldy corn this year and if cattle aren’t eating the cobs, they need supplemental feeding
A body condition of 3 can boost pregnancy rates by a third and add 55 pounds to calf weaning weights
Producers stand to make an additional $130 a head on their calves by supplementing their hay with barley this winter
When this happens you need to either harvest quickly or wait for nitrate levels to subside
Forage expert offers tips for reducing spoilage, and makes a pitch for having a hay shed
A good creep ration could increase the value of a calf by $50 to $200 if prices stay around $2 a pound
The choices aren’t great, but a forage expert warns that early grazing can cost you dearly down the line
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