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Soils, Fertilizers, & Plant Growth

September 22, 2020April 28, 2022 / Traci Johnson / Leave a comment

What everyone should know about soil nutrients, fertilizers, and plant growth. Get a quick rundown of soil nutrients, fertilizers, soil testing, and other important information related to plant growth.

How to Reclaim Hay Feeding Areas

May 29, 2020October 21, 2020 / Traci Johnson / Leave a comment

Wet conditions this winter affected hay feeding areas. Even well-designed feeding pads could have significant damage where animals enter and leave, creating perfect growing conditions for summer annual weeds. While these areas may look rough now, you can improve them.

How to Control Weeds

December 1, 2018October 21, 2020 / Traci Johnson / 5 Comments

Managing weeds requires multiple strategies and planned effort. It may require changing management practices. Here are some ideas for getting a handle on weeds.

Think Ahead About Winter Hay Needs

October 21, 2018October 21, 2020 / Traci Johnson / 2 Comments

Now is the time to think about your horses' winter hay needs. Calculate how much hay your horse needs to get through winter.

Important Hay and Pasture Information

November 29, 2017October 21, 2020 / Traci Johnson / 6 Comments

Better pasture and hay production means less purchased feed (more money in your pocket). Well-maintained pastures also protect natural resources.

OC Growers

June 5, 2016October 21, 2020 / Traci Johnson / 3 Comments

Read about the forage crop experiences of two Oldham County farmers. For more forage information, see the Grain & Forage Crop Guide.

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