Forage Fax

This beautiful, full-color calendar is the tool for you. You’ll learn not only how to manage your property for forage production, but also when to perform critical management tasks. Use the calendar to record your management activities, and you’ll have invaluable data for measuring success, as well as documentation for tax purposes. Whether you own a few acres or thousands, you’ll find this management calendar indispensable! Order your copy from: https://agrilifelearn.tamu.edu Publication # B-6250 888-900-2577 (toll-free)   Vanessa Corriher-Olson Forage Extension Specialist Soil & Crop Sciences Overton, TX… Read More →

Portions of the state have recently had some good rainfall events.  One or two good rains, however, does not end the drought.  The forecast for much of the state, with the exception of deep southeast Texas, is for continued drought through the end of March.  Some climatologists have stated the present dry cycle we are in may not end until approximately 2020.  Therefore, approach increasing the cow herd with caution.  Pastures should show good coverage and growth prior to increasing the stocking rate.  Additionally, if there is need… Read More →