Nov 12, 2015 · What should producers do with all of that rained on hay? What other feedstuffs can be added to dilute poor-quality hay? Here are 4 tips for feeding low-quality forages to cattle this winter.

May 19, 2016 · To optimize your grass growing success from seed, we always cover the seed with something. You could use grass clippings, or straw, or hay. We think hay is the perfect choice. Not only does it prevent the seeds from washing away, it retains moisture and even multiplies your seeding efforts.

Mar 12, 2021 · The waste hay, shavings, damp loose minerals, water left in the bucket, bedding straw and shredded leaf litter goes into the goat manure pile. This compost heap gets turned every couple of days and turns into a wonderful manure compost for gardening, fertilizing and top dressing flower beds.

Jul 6, 2021 · Although it’s impossible to keep forage “dirt free,” there are strategies that can be implemented to minimize forage ash content. They include: 1. Raise the cutting height. Though a low cutting height offers a higher yield potential, it also …

What is too much ash? When a wide array of both grasses and legumes are analyzed, ash content often ranges from about 5% to 18%. Values trend on the lower end of that range for grasses and dry hay samples and are generally higher for haylage.

The best way to know if your hay is going bad is to learn how to identify high-quality horse hay! Signs that your horse hay may be bad include a lack of color or dried-out appearance, a moldy smell, excessive dust, visible mold, or excessive heat towards the center of the hay bale.

Oct 5, 2015 · Just be aware of that kicking up that cloud during grass and legume harvest may cost you at least $15 to $20 a ton. Most dairy producers check crude protein and fiber content (neutral detergent fiber) before feeding hay and haylage. But how about ash content – …

Dusty hay refers to the fine particles that become airborne when handling or patting a hay bale. It comprises various components, including leaf or weed particles, ground dust, and mould spores.

Sep 13, 2023 · Here are three hay-feeding situations that call for closer inspection of the forage and a decisive plan of action. Dust or mold. Dusty or moldy hay should not be fed to horses. Chronic inhalation of dust and mold increases mucus production and weakens air passages in the lungs, causing them to narrow and spasm.

Nov 28, 2023 · Old hay can be a nuisance for farmers who are looking to clear their storage areas for fresh hay. However, there are several ways to repurpose old hay instead of simply throwing it away. From using it as mulch in gardens to feeding it …