Gallant Red Clover continues to impress forage growers across the Midwest. And recent trial data out of Ohio State confirms what farmers are starting to figure out - Gallant Red Clover is an outstanding variety for this region.
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Balage, bale silage, or giant marshmallows have become an alternative harvest practice on many Indiana forage farms. It has become a great tool in the hay making arsenal to help prevent hay from becoming rain damaged. Dr. Johnson, Purdue University Forage Extension Specialist, and Jason Tower, Southern Indiana-Purdue Agricultural Center Superintendent, have given several presentations on balage and the benefits of it. In this article I would like to expand on their ideas and discuss what we have learned on our farm.
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