
Tag Archives pastures

Forage seed producers hold steady in changing industry
With nearly 40 years producing forage seed, the Siklenka family has seen some varieties fall in and out of favour, but other things remain the same

Native plant 411 for livestock producers
The native plants in your pasture tell a story about everything from disturbances to soil quality

Do you know what’s in your forage mix?
Understanding the benefits and risks of different forages, and whether they fit your goals, are vital to success

Box H Ranch explores severe grazing
Laura and Mark Hoimyr focus on longer rest periods on their ranch in southeastern Saskatchewan

Grazing riparian areas judiciously
The thinking on riparian area protection has evolved from excluding grazing to carefully grazing to manage plant growth while protecting water courses

Grazing over-mature forages
Fall grazing has many benefits, but make sure the cow and calf’s nutritional needs are being met

Rebuilding or replacing forage stands
By evaluating current and past management practices, you can avoid repeat mistakes

More grass, less gas, more money
Good grazing management pays dividends for both farmer and the environment

VIDEO: What does a healthy pasture look like?
Rangeland biologist answers the question, ‘can cattle be trained to eat spurge?’

Choosing safe days to graze
Using the VBP+ Record of Herbicide or Pesticide Use on Pasture or Harvested Feed to maintain food safety