There are many forage species that can be grown in Tennessee. One of the key points in successful forage production is deciding which species to use. In order to make this decision, it is essential to know the ways that forages are classified. Each forage species is distinguished as being a grass or a legume, an annual or a perennial, and a warm-season or a cool-season plant. Using these criteria, please use our guide to locate specific species information that you may need.
Grasses
Warm- Season Perennial Grasses
Warm- Season Annual Grasses
Cool- Season Perennial Grasses
Cool- Season Annual Grasses
Legumes
Warm- Season Perennial Legumes
Warm- Season Annual Legumes
Cool- Season Perennial Legumes
Cool- Season Annual Legumes
Information for our Tennessee Forage Guide is provided by Southern Forages and the International Plant Nutrition Institute. Southern Forages, is written for a wide range of audiences. It is used by livestock producers, by seed, equipment and fertilizer dealers, by Extension and conservation workers, and by more than 50 colleges and universities have included the book as a text or resource in forage classes. While the content is focused on forages for the southern U.S., many of the principles and species of plants discussed can be adapted to other regions.
