Written with contributions by Adele Harty, former SDSU Extension Cow/Calf Field Specialist.
Forages play an important role in ruminant diets, but some forages can contain toxins that can be detrimental to livestock. This Frequently Asked Questions Fact Sheet will address nitrates (NO3).
Grazing corn stalks can be a low-cost feed option that gets herds off pastures and saves harvested forages for winter months. Review some important management and nutrition considerations before starting it on your operation.
Corn stalk acres have long been a source of feed for livestock producers. But how much should producers charge to graze them, and what factors should they consider when developing a rental agreement?
Depending on animal locations, checking water tanks can require hours of labor and significant fuel costs for remote pastures. Water monitoring systems offer producers a convenient way to check the status of the water sources remotely.