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Plant-Animal Interaction
The plant-animal interaction cluster develops and evaluates grazing systems that are easily manageable, sustainable and maximizes grazing while reducing producer costs.
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Year-round forage...
Research shows economics of pasture conversion
Benefits of nativegrass mixtures on the Southern Great Plains have increased interest in effective methods of converting improved pastureland areas to nativegrass pastures.
Grazing cover crops requires management and balance
Mixed-species forage crops can have similar benefits as traditional cover crops.
Increased crop residue provides production, cost benefits
Benefits to managing for increased residue include reduced soil erosion and equipment costs.
Herbicide choices affect cover crop options, management
Do not let the wrong herbicide and cover crop combination diminish the opportunity for great value.
Plots evaluate cover crops in warm-season perennial pastures
In fall 2014, we began demonstration plots of various cover crops overseeded into warm-season perennial grass pastures.
Niche market opportunities emerge for rye
There are three emerging niche uses for rye of which farmers in the region should be aware.
Cover Crops: A Tool in Agricultural Production
Cover crops are a tool in agricultural production just as tractors and herbicides are tools. When used correctly and with purpose, they can be effective. When used incorrectly or with unrealistic expectations, they can be harmful.
Cover Crop Economic Considerations
Many factors should be considered to determine the economic value of cover crops.
Cover Crops Add Diversity for Wildlife
Cover crops can add diversity to a system to benefit wildlife species in addition to extending the grazing season and improving soil health.