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Crops, Forages, Weather

Saskatchewan to top up some claims for wildlife-damaged forage

Affected producers in southwestern, west-central areas eligible

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Producers in southwestern and west-central Saskatchewan who lost stacked forage to wildlife feeding last winter may see a bump up in their compensation. The Saskatchewan and federal governments on Wednesday announced a “supplemental freight adjustment” to their wildlife damage compensation program, administered by Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corp. (SCIC). SCIC, the province said, has “reassessed and
Cattle graze corn at Manitoba Beef and Forage Initiatives north of Brandon.
Forages, Livestock

The silage waiting game

Moisture is a main determinant of silage quality, but that becomes an issue if the custom operator is busy

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Improper silage moisture is a common mistake made on farms that store such forage. John McKinnon, a University of Saskatchewan researcher and head of JJM Nutrition Services in Sasktatoon, sees it often on farms where he consults about cattle nutrition. But in many cases, it’s not the producer’s fault because proper moisture depends on whether
“Cattle are selective grazers and will eat any grain first that is remaining in the field, followed by husk and leaf.” – Zac Carlson, NDSU Extension.
Forages, Livestock

Extend the grazing season with corn stalks

Technique requires proper considerations for nutrient content and stocking rate

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Grazing corn stalks is one way farmers and ranchers can reduce the cost of wintering beef cows. However, “grazing corn stalks” is a bit misleading, as cattle shouldn’t be forced to graze the stalk of the corn plant, say North Dakota State University Extension specialists. “The components of the corn plant remaining post-harvest include the stalk, leaf, husk,
Body weight, stage of production, environmental factors and forage quality will play key roles in determining the winter feed needs of a cow.
Forages, Livestock

Now is the time to estimate winter hay needs

Getting a handle on waste can reduce losses and save money

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Harvested forages are a critical component of winter feeding programs for many cattle herds. “Conducting a hay inventory now will give producers a good idea of possible deficiencies and allow time to develop the best options for the upcoming feeding season,” says Janna Block, North Dakota State University Extension livestock systems specialist. The first step
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Crops, Forages

Manitoba to cut Crown forage lease rates

Previous years' forage conditions a factor, province says

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The rents paid by Manitoba producers using Crown lands to produce perennial forages will be cut in half next year and by smaller amounts the following two years. Provincial Ag Minister Derek Johnson on Wednesday announced the forage lease rent on agricultural Crown land will be reduced by 50 per cent in 2023, 33 per
Manitoba Agriculture Forage and Livestock specialist Elizabeth Nernberg speaks on test plots of various annual forages.
Forages, News

Annual forages best in dry years

Trials show better production during drought, says provincial livestock specialist

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When you think of forages, you often think of perennials like alfalfa, clover or timothy, which are there for the long haul and perfect for baling or silage. While they have many strengths, one weakness became evident last year. They don’t do well when it’s really hot and dry. [READ MORE] Nitrate risk comes from
Forages, News

Teff a promising forage in dry year

Results so far are from small plots in short trials

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James Frey of the Parkland Crop Diversity Foundation stands in a plot of teff grass, an African annual that’s new to the province and to the Parklands. In a small plot trial, it shows promise as a warm-season forage. “It originally comes from northeastern Africa, sort of in the Ethiopian area, where it is grown
Forages, News

Nitrate risk comes from variety of sources

It’s not just a drought that increases risk to the herd

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When a forage crop is stressed, it can accumulate nitrates. Elizabeth Nernberg, provincial forage and livestock specialist, says this can occur in any season and from a variety of conditions. “Last year we did see some higher levels because any kind of plant stress can cause that.” she said. “Typically hail or frost are the
Sorghum or milo is a potential nitrate accumulator and should be tested prior to haying or grazing.
Forages, Livestock

Test forages for nitrate prior to haying or grazing

High temperatures combined with adequate moisture can impact metabolism and cause nitrate to build up in plants

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Although much of the region has received adequate moisture this summer, it is important to remember there is still potential for nitrate toxicity in many forage crops, including small grains, brassicas, millet, sorghum/sudangrass and corn harvested for hay. “Nitrate is a common form of nitrogen found in the soil, which is taken up by plants
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Feed markets, Forages, News

Scattered hay market leaves price questions

Growers are struggling to tease out a fair price for hay this year

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Manitoba hay growers are debating what they should charge for bales this year, given plentiful forage but difficult harvest conditions. “We’ve got a fairly good crop of hay out there, as far as the number of tonnes or bales, but the other thing that we’re seeing is that there is a lot of hay that

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