Accurately sampling and testing hay is the only way to get a real understanding of the nutritive value of feed. Using values ...

Alfalfa growing in the field is 50 percent stem and 50 percent leaf. Most of the feed value is in the leaf and getting those leaves into the bale is critical to maximizing relative feed value, ...

A common kitchen appliance has a novel application that can help ranchers ensure the quality of their forage. Checking the ...

NEVADA, Mo. — Up to 25 percent of the leaves on alfalfa plants can be lost during hay baling, Ryan Lock, a University of Missouri research specialist, told farmers at an alfalfa meeting held Jan. 23 ...

CORVALLIS, Mont. — A wet winter and spring and sunny late spring days have set up Bitterroot hay producers for a productive season. Moisture content is good. A weather station east of Corvallis ...

As we transition from winter to spring, many producers are beginning to prepare their fields for hay season. Hay production in Texas is a valuable enterprise. Preparations are underway for the first ...