Episode 11: When Do I Turn Out My Cows? Managing Spring Pastures During and After Drought

Managing grasslands through drought is not an easy task, but having a plan going in, monitoring pastures and being willing to adapt as the weather changes can prevent pasture decline. Facing pasture productivity challenges head-on can help producers be better poised for recovery and reap the rewards when moisture is abundant.

 

Show note links:

https://www.beefresearch.ca/topics/drought-management-strategies/

https://www.beefresearch.ca/blog/how-to-calculate-carrying-capacity-video/

https://www.beefresearch.ca/tools/carrying-capacity-calculator-method-1/

https://www.beefresearch.ca/blog/developing-a-grazing-plan/

https://www.beefresearch.ca/topics/alternative-feeds/

https://www.beefresearch.ca/blog/considerations-when-using-alternative-feeds/

https://www.beefresearch.ca/webinars/raising-heifers-for-reproductive-success/

https://www.beefresearch.ca/blog/decision-making-during-drought/