Forage Managment Calendar

April

• Scout alfalfa fields for heaving and winter injury. If severe, make plans to thicken stand with grass or make plans to rotate to another crop.
• Begin scouting for alfalfa weevil in late April.
• Plant cool-season forages when soil is suitable.
• Apply nitrogen to grass pastures and hay fields at greenup.
• Begin grazing Be aware of bloat or grass tetany potential and take proper precautions.
• Remove grazing livestock from fall-seeded small grains prior to jointing.