DiscoverCanadian Beef Cattle PodcastEpisode 84: Looking to Make the Most of Forage Quality?
Episode 84: Looking to Make the Most of Forage Quality?

Episode 84: Looking to Make the Most of Forage Quality?

Update: 2025-09-02
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Forage quality plays a critical role in cattle nutrition, yet it’s not always prioritized when management decisions are made. By focusing on quality, producers can often reduce costs—getting more from the forage they already have and cutting back on expensive concentrates and feed additives. In this episode, we explore key factors to consider for making the most of forage quality.


 


Relevant Links: 


Looking to Make the Most of Forage Quality? Consider These Factors (article)


A Tool for Evaluating Feed Test Results (interactive tool)


Feed Quality, Testing & Analysis for Beef Cattle (webpage)


An Introduction to Farm Records & Benchmarking (webpage)


A Tool for Evaluating the Economic Value of Feeds Based on Nutrient Content (interactive tool)

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Episode 84: Looking to Make the Most of Forage Quality?

Episode 84: Looking to Make the Most of Forage Quality?

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