Crabgrass could serve as an alternative cattle forage
K-State Research and Extension released a new publication this fall on using crabgrass as an alternative forage for cattle. In systems with cool-season forages, a lack of forage may occur during the summer. One option to extend the grazing season is to have pastures with warm-season forage grass, such as crabgrass, that produce most of the forage during hot months.
Crabgrass could serve as an alternative cattle forage
A lack of forage may occur during the summer in systems with cool-season forages. One option to extend the grazing season is to have pastures with warm-season forage grasses, such as crabgrass, that produce most of the forage during hot months. Crabgrass can be a beneficial option for feeding cattle because of its high yield and palatability.