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Adding Value in Agriculture, Food and Forestry
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See 7 ways to add value to farm commodities or products, and learn how to turn a value-added agriculture idea into a business that can increase farm income.
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Introduction to Local Food Systems
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Learn how to create rural and urban local food systems that are profitable and sustainable, connect farms to consumers and support the community and economy.
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Establishing and Managing Cover Crops in Missouri for Wildlife and Pollinator Benefits
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Learn how cover crops can provide seasonal habitats for wildlife and pollinators while also improving soil health and providing agronomic benefits in crop systems.
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Dairy Grazing: Selecting the Right Forage, Page 30
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White clover is a legume suitable for cool, moist climates, providing high-quality forage for livestock. It may require careful grazing management.
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Dairy Grazing: Selecting the Right Forage, Page 04
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Learn optimal orchardgrass management for dairy grazing, including growth habits, fertilization, and seasonal guidelines, to maximize forage yield and quality.
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Dairy Grazing: Selecting the Right Forage, Page 07
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Reed canarygrass is a drought-tolerant, rhizomatous grass that grows well in wet soils and provides high-quality forage early in the season.
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Dairy Grazing: Selecting the Right Forage, Page 10
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Discover the benefits and challenges of tall fescue as a forage option, including growth habits, nutritional value, and management tips for livestock grazing.
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Dairy Grazing: Selecting the Right Forage, Page 13
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Big bluestem is a drought-resistant perennial grass ideal for grazing and hay production, thriving in Missouri soils with excellent forage and wildlife value.
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Dairy Grazing: Selecting the Right Forage, Page 19
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Pearlmillet is a drought-tolerant, high-yield grass perfect for grazing and hay production, thriving in acidic soils and warm summer conditions.
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Dairy Grazing: Selecting the Right Forage, Page 22
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Learn how to select and manage the right forage for dairy grazing systems, focusing on alfalfa’s growth, fertilization, and optimal grazing practices.
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Dairy Grazing: Selecting the Right Forage, Page 25
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Birdsfoot trefoil is a short-lived perennial legume producing high-quality forage on challenging soils, offering non-bloating feed for cattle.
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Dairy Grazing: Selecting the Right Forage, Page 28
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Kura clover is a persistent legume with high forage yield and quality, ideal for grazing systems but slow to establish.
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Dairy Grazing: Selecting the Right Forage, Page 31
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Brassica species: annual lespedez
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Dairy Grazing: Selecting the Right Forage, Page 02
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Annual ryegrass offers fast growth, winter hardiness, and high nutritional value, making it an excellent choice for dairy grazing and temporary pasture.
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Dairy Grazing: Selecting the Right Forage, Page 05
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Learn about perennial ryegrass and its adaptation to Missouri's climate, including best growth practices, grazing management, and fertilization tips.
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Dairy Grazing: Selecting the Right Forage, Page 08
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Discover tips for selecting the right forages like small grains for winter grazing, including planting and management strategies tailored to Missouri's climate.
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Dairy Grazing: Selecting the Right Forage
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Dairy grazing publication series
This publication is one in a series about operating and managing a pasture-based dairy. Although these publications often refer to conditions in Missouri, many of the principles and concepts described may apply to operations throughout the United States.
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Dairy Grazing: Selecting the Right Forage, Page 11
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Discover the characteristics, growth habits, and management tips for timothy grass (Phleum pratense L.) in dairy grazing systems.
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Dairy Grazing: Selecting the Right Forage, Page 14
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Discover the benefits and challenges of using corn for grazing dairy cows, including high feed yield, quality, drought risk, and input costs.
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Dairy Grazing: Selecting the Right Forage, Page 17
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Indiangrass is a warm-season, perennial grass offering quality forage and wildlife habitat. Best grown in mixtures, it thrives statewide with proper management.
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Dairy Grazing: Selecting the Right Forage, Page 20
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Learn about sorghum-sudangrass, a warm-season annual hybrid ideal for summer grazing, known for high yield and drought tolerance.
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Dairy Grazing: Selecting the Right Forage, Page 23
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Learn to choose the right forage for dairy grazing, with details on various legumes, grasses, and management tips for better productivity and sustainability.
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Dairy Grazing: Selecting the Right Forage, Page 26
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Crimson clover is a high-protein legume ideal for early spring grazing. Learn about its growth, benefits, and ideal conditions for effective dairy grazing.
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Dairy Grazing: Selecting the Right Forage, Page 29
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Red clover, a short-lived perennial legume well-suited for Missouri pastures, offering high-quality forage and adaptability to less-than-ideal soil conditions.