When base forages do not meet or exceed feed demand or quality needs of livestock, supplemental feedstuffs must be provided at added costs. While maximizing forage yield is critical, balance between yield and nutritive value must be met.
An evaluation tool designed for corn and soybean farmers with crop insurance who experience early-season production problems, such as flooding, poor germination or prevented planting.
MU College of Agriculture's dairy research center supports more than 425 cattle, including Holstein and Guernsey breeds. Its work improves the health of dairy herds and the quality of their milk.