Spring Reminders

  • Soil test to determine fertilizer applications, and apply fertilizer according to soils test results.

  • Heat stress starts as early as May- plan for shade and cool water in every paddock.

  • Reduce damage to forages and soils by moving feeding area and livestock often.

  • Keep animals and equipment off extremely wet pastures- consider use of a sacrifice area or feeding area.

  • Control competition from weeds and undesired forages where new seedlings are emerging.

  • Inspect and prepare water systems to supply water to every paddock.

  • Continue to provide cows access to a high magnesium, or high Mag, mineral to reduce risk of grass tetany, until daytime temperatures are consistently above 60.

  • Start seeding warm-season forages after risk of frost to provide summer grazing.
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Seasonal Reminders
Spring