Pasture

Harnessing Cover Crops to Address Unique Farm Needs and Achieve Maximum Benefits

Investigating Short Stature Corn as a High-Quality Forage Alternative

Tank Mix Options for Postemerge & Residual Weed Control in Soybean

Snap It or Scrap It: Putting Plant ID Apps to the Test

Join us for our upcoming twilight/field day meetings to explore the latest agricultural developments and innovations. These informal gatherings offer interactive discussions on new technologies, sustainable practices, and upcoming trends in the agricultural sector. Connect with industry experts, network with fellow farmers, and gain valuable insights to enhance your farming operations.

Key Steps for Optimum Forage Establishment

Assessing Pastures in Preparation for Fall Pasture Renovation

Preliminary results from a research project comparing perennial and combined perennial/annual forage systems in mixed-species grazing.

A study at the Central Maryland Research and Education Center examined the impact of grazing management on pregnant dairy heifers. A total of 166 Holstein heifers were split into two groups: one group received a total mixed ration (TMR), while the other was rotationally grazed on various pastures. Initial results showed that although final body weight and hip height were similar, TMR-fed heifers had better body condition scores and average daily gains. Grazed heifers experienced initial weight loss during an adaptation period and took longer to regain their weight. Long-term performance will be evaluated during their first lactation to assess effects on milk production and health. This page will be updated annually with the results.

Agronomy News-August 2022, Volume 13, Issue 4. Topics in this issue are Small Grain Variety Trials, Palmer Amaranth Control in Organic Systems, Possible Changes to Atrazine Use, Japanese Stiltgrass Identification and Control, Sampling for Nematodes in Soybeans, Sprayer and Pesticide Twilight Meeting, Broiler Grower Settlements, New Rules for Processing Food Wastes and Residuals, Webinar: Solar On The Farm, Pasture and Grazing Workshops, Grain Market Report, Weather Outlook, and Regional Crop Reports.