Providing ample, high-quality grazing delivers many far-reaching benefits — from reduced feed costs to a healthier, more productive herd. But whether due to too little or too much moisture, our grazing lands have taken a beating. They need recovery. And that takes time.
An emphasis on rebuilding pastures during 2023 will pay off as market opportunities arise in the coming years. Working to maximize assets that help cows and calves cost-efficiently meet their nutritional needs is a good place to start.
Herd rebuilding or expansion must start with enabling grazing land to support the…
