Category Archives: Hay Clippings Blog

Old World Bluestem (OWB) is a name collectively used to refer to Caucasian bluestem [Bothriochloa bladhii (Retz.) S.T. Blake] and various cultivars of yellow bluestem [Bothriochloa ischaemum (L.) Keng] including Turkestan bluestem and King Ranch bluestem. These plants are aggressive and prolific seed producers. … Continue reading →

This past week, demand was light, trade was slow, and prices were steady, on limited test. New crop pricing remains elusive, while new crop hay is ready to hit the ground in some locations and with the warmer temps and … Continue reading →

Mike Trammel, OSU Cooperative Extension SE District Forage Specialist As pasture stands mature, especially monocultures, they tend to become a complex mixture of plants or polyculture of plants that have become adapted to a specific area and management style. These … Continue reading →

Three common brush species native to Kansas and widely spread across the state are buckbrush (Symphoricarpos orbiculatus), roughleaf dogwood (Cornus drummondii), and smooth sumac (Rhus glabra). Buckbrush is a shrub that can grow to over 6 feet tall with rhizomes and … Continue reading →

The Alfalfa Checkoff invests $1.50 from each alfalfa seed bag you purchase from participating brands into vital research and promotion efforts. This enhances alfalfa’s role in animal nutrition and as a regenerative crop, keeping alfalfa competitive with other crops and … Continue reading →

This past week, demand was light to moderate in the southwest, but light for all other regions. Trade was lower by 2,400 tons and prices were mixed. Overall, grinding alfalfa price fell in most regions, while ground and delivered price … Continue reading →

Posted on April 30, 2025 by Sandy Johnson AJ Tarpoff, DVM, extension veterinarian Blue-green algae blooms (or Harmful Algal Blooms) are an issue that usually occurs  during the spring and summer. Calm, sunny, dry, and hot days of summer create ideal conditions for … Continue reading →

This past week, demand was light to moderate in the southwest and south-central regions, but light for all other regions. Trades also bumped up again with folks wanting to get rid of hay prior to the first cut. Prices were … Continue reading →