• Soil test to determine fertilizer applications
• 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
• Remove animals from 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 livestock access to a high magnesium, or high Mg, mineral to reduce risk of grass tetany
• Continually observe herd for signs of bloat and grass tetany
• Mow pastures for weeds and seedheads if needed
• Inoculate legume seed prior to planting if needed

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