With the next window of opportunity for the seeding of perennial forages for hay and silage quickly approaching, planning for those seedings must be underway now.
Selecting the appropriate perennial species to grow as hay or silage requires an understanding of the soil and site characteristics, forage species adaptation characteristics, animal requirements, and the market demands for those selling hay. This fact sheet provides guidelines for selecting the optimal perennial forages for hay and silage production in Ohio.
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