Category Archives: Hay Clippings Blog

In this issue… NAFA’s DC Fly-In Approaching Soon NAFA President Speaks at Kansas, Nevada Forage Events Mechanical Advantage: Pre-Cutting as an Added Option for Forage Processing  Committee Report Now Available Second World Alfalfa Congress Set for November 11-14 Just click … Continue reading →

GARDEN CITY – Kansas State University Research and Extension and the Kansas Forage and Grassland Council (KSFGC) in collaboration with many private forage industry supporters will be hosting the Southwest Kansas Forage Conference on February 21, 2018 at the Southwest … Continue reading →

MANHATTAN – Several Prescribed Burning workshops are currently scheduled for the remainder of the winter in Kansas, with the possibility of more upon request.   The agencies involved include K-State Research and Extension, USDA-NRCS, USDA-FSA, Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism, … Continue reading →

Learn agronomic, marketing and management information at this free, farmer-focused program in Loveland, Colorado, Feb. 6; Ogden, Utah, Feb 8 and Dodge City, Kansas, Feb. 15. Dodge City, KS – Learn the latest in producing high-quality alfalfa at Alfalfa U, … Continue reading →

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University’s Analytical Lab has expanded its services and can now analyze forage samples to give farmers and ranchers a clearer picture of what their animals are consuming. The lab has primarily been a meat science lab for … Continue reading →

by Bruce Anderson, University of Nebraska RANGE EAST – Late fall was rainy and now, snow comes and goes.  Plus, it’s always windy.  How does all this weather affect the feed quality of your corn stalks or winter pasture? Here … Continue reading →

MANHATTAN – To help us better understand Crop Residue Grazing Practices and Cover Crop Use across the state, we are asking you to participate in two short surveys. If you have livestock or crops – whether you graze residue or not … Continue reading →

The agenda is complete and room discounts have been negotiated for attendees of the Kansas State University and KSFGC Western Kansas Forage Conference that will be held Wednesday, February 21, 2018, at the Southwest Research-Extension Center, 4500 East Mary Street, … Continue reading →

MANAHATTAN – Online registration is now open and available for the Kansas State University and Kansas Forage and Grassland Council (KSFGC), Western Kansas Forage Conference on Wednesday, February 21, 2018, at the Southwest Research-Extension Center, 4500 East Mary Street, Garden … Continue reading →

FEEDSTUFFS – Four-year study to give producers decision-making data about use of cover crops planted after harvest for grazing can affect soil health. While many producers are open to innovative ideas that can improve soil health, they need more evidence … Continue reading →