Calibrating Seeder for Multi-Species Cover Crop Mix

by Dustin Johnson

Here’s the approach I take when planting a multi-species cover crop mix. It’s a constant refining process, but one that is working well for me.

Thoughts About Early Spring Grazing

by Jeremy Sweeten

Here I’m evaluating one of my pastures - thinking about how to jump-start growth, thoughts on soil biology, and residual growth.

When to Turn Cattle Out on Pasture in the Spring

by Jeremy Sweeten

When is the best time to turn out cattle? What should the pasture look like? Are there any other concerns to be aware of?

Spring Alfalfa Evaluation - G.O.A.L.

by Dustin Johnson

How are your alfalfa fields looking this spring? Are they healthy? Are they ready to produce? Check out the video below; it will help you determine what you should be looking for in your early spring alfalfa stand evaluation.

Ten Tips to Help Livestock Producers Weather High Fertilizer Prices

video by Chris D. Teutsch & John H. Grove of the UK Research and Education Center

This video highlights ten points to help livestock producers overcome high fertilizer prices. However, this information is good for any year - whatever prices may be.

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sgIS2IBew0...

Late Planted Cover Crop Evaluation

by Dustin Johnson

I toured my fields on Friday, December 17, to document the results of cover crops planted in rather desperate conditions back in the fall. The purpose of the video is to show that even late, poorly planted cover crops are doing some good if one takes the time to look at ground level. My experiences this fall were also a good case study of seed-to-soil contact. Creative methods we used to get good contact in the mud paid off when compared to broadcasting.