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Swath Grazing To Extend The Grazing Season

Swath grazing can be used to extend the grazing season, while reducing various costs for cattle producers. Researchers are developing crop varieties and species better suited to swatch grazing that will provide higher yields and nutrition for cattle. Dr. Vern Baron, research scientist with Agriculture Canada in Lacombe, is one of those researchers, and I had a chance to chat with him about swath grazing.

Interview with Vern Baron (3:08 minutes) (1.44 Mb)

Source : Agriculture and Forestry

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Episode 84: Looking to Make the Most of Forage Quality?

Video: Episode 84: Looking to Make the Most of Forage Quality?

Forage quality plays a critical role in cattle nutrition, yet it’s not always prioritized when management decisions are made. By focusing on quality, producers can often reduce costs—getting more from the forage they already have and cutting back on expensive concentrates and feed additives. In this episode, we explore key factors to consider for making the most of forage quality.