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Grazing cover crops

Started this discussion. Last reply by Adam Gaska Oct 31, 2012. 1 Reply

I am currently using strip grazing to run a couple groups of cattle on corn stubble fields that I planted cover crops on in early Sept. The forage that grew since Sept is very lush and I am sure very…Continue

 

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Adam Gaska replied to Adam's discussion Grazing cover crops
"Depends on what sort of cows-pregnant, nursing, heifers, etc-their condition, and their size. Generally, rule of thumb is animals need to consume 3-5% of their body weight a day in dry matter. Green forage can vary widely with moisture content. If…"
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Grazing cover crops

I am currently using strip grazing to run a couple groups of cattle on corn stubble fields that I planted cover crops on in early Sept. The forage that grew since Sept is very lush and I am sure very potent feed (oats/rye/turnips). Our cows had a rough time through the summer drought and I am hoping to put condition back on them with this forage, but I also want to extend the available feed for as long as possible since our hay supply is tight. Does anyone have any advice on how practically…See More
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