Category Archives: Hay Clippings Blog

As China is the source of many of our livestock supplies, the cost of vitamin supplementation has taken a significant upward turn. According to Jaymelynn Farney, an extension beef specialist with Kansas State University has led to a more strategic … Continue reading →

[MANHATTAN, KANSAS, January 31, 2022] – Several Kansas Forage and Grassland Council (KSFGC) members participated, presented, and won awards and competitions at the recent American Forage and Grassland Council (AFGC) Annual meeting in Wichita, January 9 – 12, 2022. “This … Continue reading →

The University of Kentucky received a grant to determine hay perceptions in the equine market, including package size, hay type, and perceived quality. This survey will provide insight into the national horse hay market from the perspective of hay producers. … Continue reading →

As much as everyone would like to know what 2022 has in store for us in agriculture, we must rely on what we know and the things that will likely influence alfalfa production. Take a few minutes to listen to … Continue reading →

W-L Alfalfas is excited to offer some brand new alfalfa varieties in 2022. Go here, to view additional information on these new W-L Alfalfa high performance varieties, aimed to fit many grower needs.

KSU, Cherokee County Extension will be holding their Annual beef Night on Thursday, February 17, 2022 at 6:30 pm (dinner at 6:00pm), at the 4-H Building. RSVP by February 11 to the Cherokee County Extension Office, (620) 429-3849. Flyer

The KSU, Frontier and Marais Des Cygnes Extension Districts are putting on Two, Brome Roundtables this Thursday, January 20, 2022 at 9:30 am in Paola and 7:00 pm in Garnett. Flyer

HAY & FORAGE GROWER – Swath grazing can save livestock producers time, labor, and money. This winter feeding strategy involves cutting forage in late fall and raking it into windrows for cattle to graze over winter – even under piles … Continue reading →