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When to Cut Hay

This year’s haying season is causing concern with producers in many parts of the province, as they are noticing forage plants heading out and not growing as tall as they should. Karin Lindquist, forage and beef specialist at the Ag-Info Centre, takes a look at why producers should consider cutting hay sooner rather than later.

Interview with Karin Lindquist (4:09 minutes) (1.90 Mb)

 
 
Source : Alberta Ag and Forestry

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Rotational Grazing System In Action - Manitoulin Part 5

Video: Rotational Grazing System In Action - Manitoulin Part 5

Presented by Birgit Martin of Pure Island Beef, Anita O'Brien, Grazing Mentor, and Christine O'Reilly, Forage & Grazing Specialist with the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs.

Watch each video from this event to learn about grazing tips, water systems, setting up fencing, working with net fencing, electric fencing tips, grass growth and managing grazing.

Birgit Martin explains Pure Island Beef's rotational grazing system, including the farm's water setup.

The Manitoulin Island Pasture Walk in 2023 was delivered as part of the Farm Resilience Mentorship (FaRM) Program's Advanced Grazing Systems.