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Range, pasture and forage information is housed on the Nebraska Extension website UNL Beef, which features content on forage crop and pasture, integrated crop-livestock systems, rangeland ecology and management, grazing and bioenergy.

Pasture and Forage Minute is a Nebraska Extension radio spot that features timely information for Nebraska's farmers and ranchers. To catch up on previous episodes, listen to the audio clips or read Pasture and Forage Minute on CropWatch.

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Prescribed burn on farmland
Prescribed burns are a cost-effective way to control invasive eastern red cedar trees, preventing forage loss, preserving grassland habitats, and reducing wildfire risks when conducted with proper planning and safety measures.

Pasture and Forage Minute: Residue Grazing Impacts, Prescribed Burning for Cedar Control

November 19, 2024
Does grazing corn residue negatively affect crop yield or soil health? Beef Extension Educator Ben Beckman shares insight — plus, recommendations for prescribed burning to control eastern red cedar invasions.

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Corn residue in field
Cornstalk residue offers an economical feed option, but rain, snow and wind can lower its nutritional value — monitor closely and adjust supplements to maintain cattle health.

Pasture And Forage Minute: Cornstalk Quality After Rain, Storing Hay to Reduce Loss

November 12, 2024
Extension educators share strategies to manage feed quality and minimize losses in cattle operations this winter.

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Cow grazes in corn residue
Cattle graze on nutrient-rich corn residue after harvest, maximizing forage resources before winter feed is needed.

Pasture and Forage Minute: Grazing Strategies for Residue and Winter Feed Considerations

November 6, 2024
Grazing grain sorghum stover, cornstalks and winter pastures can reduce feed costs and support cattle health, provided there's careful management to address risks like prussic acid and declining protein.

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Stacks of hay
Hay quality varies yearly, impacting cattle feed needs and supplemental strategies. Accurate hay testing helps producers avoid underfeeding or overfeeding during winter, which can affect herd health and fertility and help manage costs effectively.

Pasture and Forage Minute: Grazing Bt Corn Residue and Testing Hay

October 29, 2024
Nebraska Extension Beef Educator Ben Beckman weighs in on the importance of informed feed management to optimize cattle health and productivity this fall and winter.

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Mature soybean field
While soybean residue can be grazed to move animals off overused pasture, it has low feed value and should always be accompanied by supplemental feed.

Pasture and Forage Minute: Fall Alfalfa and Soybean Residue Grazing

October 23, 2024
Extension insights on lower bloat risk for animals grazing fall alfalfa, and the pros and cons of grazing soybean residue.

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