PUBLICATION W1222

Strategic Resource Management for Forage — Livestock Systems in Drought

Publish Date: February 08 2024 |  Language: English

DOI: doi.org/10.7290/UTIAPub/W1222

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Summary

Utilizing available forage resources in cattle operations is essential for over-all feeding objectives when drought periods have affected hay crops and forage availability in pastures. Knowing how much it costs to feed cattle with hay and supplements, a longer grazing season will reduce variable feeding costs and improve whole-operation profitability.