Small grain forages can be a profitable option for producers. They can be planted in the fall and either terminated or grazed out in the early spring, allowing time to plant a summer row crop if soil moisture is adequate.
In 2022, forage production was limited during the summer, and filling the gaps during the fall/winter will be a challenge. Small grain forages can be a profitable option for producers. They can be planted in the fall and either terminated or grazed out in the early spring.
In the past two years, pasture productivity has been reduced, and forage supplies have been greatly reduced due to dry weather. Small grain forages planted in the fall or spring can provide a profitable forage option for producers. There are six common small grain options for forage, each with strengths and weaknesses.
Pasture productivity has been reduced in the past two years, and forage supplies have been greatly reduced due to dry weather. Even in normal years, filling the forage needs outside summer grazing can be challenging. Small grain forages planted in the fall or spring can provide a profitable forage option for producers.