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The unique climate characteristics of the Southern Great Plains allow producers to use wheat as a forage and grain crop (dual-purpose), potentially increasing overall profitability compared to grain-only or forage-only systems depending on partial budgets for wheat and cattle enterprises. … Continue reading →

Dr. John Holman, Cropping Systems Agronomist with KSUs, SWREC announced that November 5, 2025 will be the date for the inaugural Western Kansas Forage Conference. Stay tuned for more information soon in the coming months.

This past week, demand was light, and trades were slow to moderate. Prices were mostly steady with some downward pressure on last year’s hay. There still seems to be plenty of hay to purchase, if buyers and sellers can come … Continue reading →

COW/CALF CORNER – Mike Trammel, OSU Cooperative Extension SE Area Agronomy Specialist There are several important benefits associated with establishing other forage crops into existing sods. Over the years, research and on-farm experience have shown that the addition of legumes … Continue reading →

This past week, demand was light, and trades were slow to moderate. Prices were mostly steady, and the availability of grinder hay remained heavy. Grinders would still like to purchase hay and continue to have difficulty getting it bought with … Continue reading →

K-State Research and Extension has partnered with Crawford County Conservation District to host a Pasture Soil Health Field Day on March 25 at the Southeast Research and Extension Center. A small area has been overseeded with novel-endophyte fescue, and three … Continue reading →

Dr. Tina Sullivan, Northeast Area Agronomist, tsullivan@ksu.edu Management options during the establishment phase Overgrazing and weed control are the two most important management considerations during establishment. Depending on stand establishment, grazing should be avoided during the first and possibly the … Continue reading →

This past week, demand and trades fell off again, after picking up the week before. Prices were mostly steady, and availability of hay remains heavy. Grinders would like to purchase hay but are having difficulty getting it bought at the … Continue reading →

COW/CALF CORNER – Brian Freking, OSU Cooperative Extension Southeast Area Livestock Specialist To encourage cows to eat low-quality hay, you can consider a few strategies: 1. Supplementation: Providing supplemental feeds, especially those rich in protein, can make low-quality hays more … Continue reading →