Native Warm-Season Grasses for Mid-South Forage Production
PUBLICATION SERIES SP731
Native Warm-Season Grasses
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Summary
Native warm-season grasses (NWSG) are a group of tall-growing bunch grasses that offer the potential for excellent forage production across the Mid-South. They have a number of key attributes that make them of interest to forage growers in the region. This series will help you learn about many of the considerations you should take into account when growing these grasses.
Publications in Series: Native Warm-Season Grasses
Establishing Native Warm-Season Grasses for Livestock Forage in the Mid-South
Grazing Native Warm-Season Grasses in the Mid-South
Producing Hay from Native Warm-Season Grasses in the Mid-South
Economic Implications for Growing Native Warm-Season Grasses for Forage in the Mid-South
Competition Control in Native Warm-season Grasses Grown for Livestock Forage in the Mid-South
Intercropping Legumes with Native Warm-season Grasses for Livestock Forage Production in the Mid-South
Wildlife Considerations When Haying or Grazing Native Warm-Season Grasses
Adjusting Mowing Equipment for Increased Stubble Heights When Harvesting Native Grasses
Using Prescribed Fire to Manage Native Grass Forages in the Mid-South
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