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In forage-based systems, the forage budget is the key component of livestock production. It requires a forage plan to keep animals fed and gaining weight throughout the four seasons. Overall, during the growing season (spring/summer) there is always plenty of … Continue reading →

Summer annual forage variety trials were conducted across Kansas near Garden City, Hays, and Scandia. All sites evaluated hay and silage entries. Companies were able to enter varieties into any possible combinations of research sites, so not all sites had … Continue reading →

In this issue… Alfalfa Intensive Training Seminar (AITS) – Register Today! Five New Research Projects Funded Through NAFA’s Alfalfa Checkoff September 30 Crop Insurance Deadlines The Viability of Alfalfa During Historic Droughts CHECKOFF/ASAFS/APRI Research Summaries

Compared to the last report, the hay market remained mostly steady on good demand. Producers in many parts of the state were relieved to see some rain for the first time in weeks, but this much needed precipitation did little … Continue reading →

Planting alfalfa behind a corn or forage silage crop is an achievable goal for producers in the High Plains and Southern Plains of the US. Doing so is not without its challenges and today’s 2 Minute Tuesday video takes a … Continue reading →

By Jaymelynn Farney, beef systems specialist, Parsons If moisture becomes available here is a short discussion about fall forage options for grazing.  There are two main classes of forages, cereal grains and brassicas, that have success growing in Kansas and … Continue reading →

In Part 4 of Pasture Project’s video series on grazing cover crops, we focus on the why cover crops should be a key part of a grazier’s annual forage chain. Thanks to Dr. Allen Williams (Pasture Project & Grass Fed … Continue reading →

Fall brings its own set of insects that love to dine on alfalfa, especially newly seeded alfalfa. Its important to monitor our fields and be ready to apply control measures when needed.

According to USDA NASS, Kansas pasture and range conditions rated 36% very poor, 29% poor, 24%, fair, 11% good, and 0% excellent for the week ending August 28, 2022.

Compared to the last report, the hay market remained mostly steady this past week and demand remained very good for all types of hay. Complete Report