Monthly Forage Practices

February 2009- The value of the improved forage quality, nitrogen fixation, and a decrease in fescue toxicity make clovers one of the most important management tools available to livestock producers.
I sound like a broken Record

It is time to begin planning for your winter/spring forage program. A little effort now can pay big dividends later on. Here are a few forage management practices to incorporate into your program.
Monthly Tip Calendar

Extending Grazing and Reducing Stored Feed Needs

For most livestock producers, extending the grazing season for their animals, or otherwise filling gaps in pasture forage availability to reduce stored feed needs, should be a high priority objective.
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Forage Questions?

For specific questions related to your local forages, or livestock, please contact your county Extension Office.
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Contact Information

University of Tennessee
Plant Sciences- Forages
2431 Joe Johnson Drive
Knoxville, TN 37996-4561
Phone: 865-974-7324
Fax: 865-974-1947
plantsciences@utk.edu