
Forages

Forage intercropping trials show promise in Western Canada
Research is underway to fully understand the best practices for incorporating forage mixtures in this cropping method

Manitoba to open more Crown lands to haying, grazing
Province now taking requests for permits

Double cropping and low-stress handling pay dividends
Short Grass Ranches benefits from grazing a second feed crop and a new low-stress handling system

Balers evolving to make silage and run non-stop
Given the short haying windows, Adam Verner sees growth potential for wet hay and silage balers. But manufacturers still face challenges around speed, bale density and cost
The earliest round balers were amazing but frustrating machines. During forage season, I would exhibit a semi-permanent crick in the neck combined with a disturbing vocabulary of profanities. Constant fear of a plugged pickup, a twisted belt or a roller bearing displaying the telltale signs of smoke before the fire plagued my working days. These […] Read more
New interactive forage selection tool launched for Western Canada

Perennial forage systems offer environmental, production benefits
More research is needed to better understand the effects of specific management practices in forage production under Canadian conditions

Ontario extends fruit, forage insurance premium deadlines
Extension offers 'flexibility,' Agricorp says

Six tips to make forage inventory management pay
Small actions can make a big difference when looking ahead to assess the year’s feed requirements

It’s that time of year – all you need to know about forage & grazing, here

Silage packs a punch when harvested carefully
Protect your investment with these tips on everything from harvest timing to inoculants
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