The following publications cover topics related to Forages. For a complete list of MU Extension publications, visit the main Publications page.
Birdsfoot Trefoil
Revised
Birdsfoot trefoil is a long-lived perennial legume ideal for Missouri pastures, offering summer forage, bloat-free grazing, and higher livestock gains.
Eastern Gamagrass
Revised
Eastern Gamagrass is a highly productive grass and is a high-quality forage crop. Visit our website today to learn more.
Annual Warm-Season Grass Forages for Missouri
Revised
Annual warm-season grasses can be used as part of a year-round grazing system in Missouri. Visit our site to learn about Warm-Season Annual Forage Crops.
Water Source Development for Irrigation Systems
Reviewed
This guide helps producers assess irrigation feasibility by evaluating water sources, legal considerations, and estimating storage needs.
Sampling Plant Tissue and Soil for Analysis
Reviewed
This publication provides guidance on proper techniques for sampling plant tissue and soil to ensure accurate nutrient analysis.
Growing Millets for Grain, Forage or Cover Crop Use
Reviewed
Millets are diverse and broadly adapted crops but also a source of confusion. The term millet actually covers a wide range of agriculture grasses.
Hurry Up and Wait: Replanting Decisions for Pastures During Drought
Reviewed
Drought can cause Missouri cattle producers to be concerned about pastures. These concerns can turn to thoughts of replanting, but such plans may be premature.
Dairy Grazing: Growth of Pasture Plants
Reviewed
This publication offers insights into plant physiology and morphology, emphasizing their impact on grazing management.
Strip-Grazing Milo as a Low-Cost Winter Forage
Reviewed
Learn how to utilize strip-grazing milo as a cost-effective winter forage option for livestock, reducing feed expenses and enhancing pasture management.
A Guide to the Common Forages and Weeds of Pastures
Reviewed $30
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Custom Rates for Farm Services in Missouri
Revised
Get custom service rates for fieldwork, planting, fertilizer, crop harvesting, hauling and heavy equipment activities from a survey of farmers, agribusinesses and contractors.
Establishing and Managing Native Warm-Season Grasses and Selected Forbs for Wildlife Habitat Benefits and Livestock Forage in Missouri
New
Learn how to establish and manage native grasses and forbs to provide quality livestock forage, wildlife habitat and conservation benefits.
Weed and Brush Control for Forages, Pastures and Noncropland
Reviewed $41
Annual broadleaf and grass weeds can become a serious problem in pastures and forages. Learn about forage crop, soil and weed problems in Missouri. See color photos of weeds at different stages and select herbicides with the help of tables in this manual.
Plants Poisonous to Livestock
Reviewed
Guide to identifying common Missouri plants toxic to livestock, including symptoms and habitats.
An Evaluation of Selected Native Grasses and Forbs for Use as a Forage to Replace Tall Fescue and for Enhanced Wildlife Habitat
New
This report provides info on the benefits of establishing native cool- and warm-season grasses with native forbs and legumes as an alternative to tall fescue.
Pricing Corn Silage
Revised
Learn how to price corn silage whether it's in the field or delivered to storage or the feed bunk, and see how drought can damage a corn silage crop.
Smooth Bromegrass
Revised
Smooth bromegrass makes for excellent hay, pasture, silage and erosion control.
Using Native Warm-Season Grass, Forb and Legume Mixtures for Biomass, Livestock Forage and Wildlife Benefits: A Case Study
Reviewed
Explore a case study on using native warm-season grass, forb, and legume mixtures for biomass, livestock forage, and wildlife benefits in Missouri.
Integrating Practices That Benefit Wildlife With Crops Grown for Biomass in Missouri
Reviewed
Learn how to integrate wildlife-friendly practices into biomass crop production in Missouri, including using mixed stands and strategic field layouts.
Establishing Mixtures of Native Warm-Season Grasses and Forbs for Potential Biomass, Forage and Wildlife Habitat
Reviewed
Establishing native warm-season grass, forb, and legume mixtures enhances biomass production, livestock forage, and wildlife habitat in Missouri.
Soil Testing and Fertilizer Management Strategies for Warm-Season Forage in Missouri
New
To ensure optimal growth and nutritive value, testing soil and applying the right fertilizers based on soil test reports at the right time are essential.
Maximizing Summer Grazing: A Guide to Warm-Season Forage Management in Missouri
New
Warm-season grasses provide high-quality forage during the hot summer months. This guide offers key tips for Missouri livestock producers on managing warm-season grasses effectively.
Cash Rental Rates in Missouri
Revised
Updated with 2024 survey data, this guide provides average cash rental rates for Missouri cropland and pastureland, aiding informed lease decisions.
Pasture, Rangeland, Forage (PRF) Insurance in Missouri
Revised
Protect your grazing or hay farming operation from drought risk. Get tips and examples for understanding how PRF insurance works and choosing a policy.
Native Warm-Season Grass Seed Production
New
This guide provides a description of the methodology behind harvesting native warm-season grass seeds, including management tips, maturity indicators, harvest methods, and a production budget.