Ed Brown
Columnist at FARM and DAIRY
Agriculture and Natural Resource Educator in Athens County Ohio for The Ohio State University Extension Service
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1 week ago |
farmanddairy.com | Ed Brown
As the first days of spring arrive, thoughts naturally turn to pastures and forages. Following last year’s drought, we are beginning to see the initial growth of our pastures, making it the perfect time to assess any lingering damage from the previous season. Taking a simple walk across your pasture can provide valuable insight into its condition. Here’s an easy method to evaluate your fields:Take 10 steps and observe what is directly in front of your toe. If you see bare ground, make a note of it.
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Dec 26, 2024 |
farmanddairy.com | Ed Brown
As we close out the grazing season, I wanted to take a moment to reflect and share some thoughts. It’s been a challenging year for many of us, and I’m sure we all felt the weight of one of the worst droughts in recent memory. Farmers everywhere scrambled to find hay and forage. In my part of the state, we were lucky to see an early dry spell and warmer temperatures that allowed for an earlier first cutting of hay.
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May 30, 2024 |
farmanddairy.com | Ed Brown
In late May, as spring transitions and temperatures rise, farmers across the region are met with a mix of hope and challenges. The early warm weather has kick-started growth in cool-season forages, signaling a productive start to the season. However, the optimism is tempered by difficulties encountered during hay production. Uncooperative weather conditions have plagued many farmers, resulting in diminished hay quality.
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May 25, 2022 |
longwoods.com | Ed Brown
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Dec 9, 2021 |
farmanddairy.com | Ed Brown
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