If you have tall fescue pastures or hayfields, chances are you have seen broomsedge. It seems to show up almost out of nowhere, especially during late summer, and once it…

It’s August again! From a forage perspective, August means one thing: stockpiling tall fescue. If you have tall fescue pastures, you know they produce an abundance of forage in the spring,…

This month, I want to talk to my fellow horse owners! Most of you know about my background in cattle production, but I don’t think I’ve ever mentioned that I…

While talking with producers and industry partners across Tennessee, I was reminded that forage management information reaches a wide range of readers — from multi-generation cattle producers to individuals just…

Over the past few weeks, I’ve enjoyed seeing Tennessee pastures turning green again as I’ve traveled across the state. Recently, I had the opportunity to do something I truly value…

A year ago, I wrote in this column about the importance of correcting acidic soils to make sure our forages grow green and fast in Tennessee pastures. However, in the…

In this month’s article, I want to share a question I recently received from a Tennessee cattle producer. He had a bunker of silage that was six to seven years…

And just like that, January is here again and leaving us fast! I hope this new year brings blessings and good grass to all. As we move toward February, it’s…

As we wrap up another year, I want to take a moment to reflect on what 2025 looked like for the UT Beef and Forage Center and, most importantly, how…

As we wrap up fall and look toward winter, it’s worth taking a step back and asking yourself: how could I have better explored my fall forage growing opportunities this…