Are Tall Hayfields an Issue Going into Winter? - Penn State Extension
Oct 19, 2022 · Ideally, forages would be between four and six inches tall going into winter. Are there issues when they are 18 to 24 inches tall? Grasses that are left over winter will …
How to Handle Pastures and Hay Fields Before Winter - Farm …
Nov 5, 2007 · Whether to cut hay off pastures or hayfields where regrowth is now happening, once some rain finally came, is a question asked frequently right now, Johnson says. In normal years, few would even consider cutting forage this late vs. letting the field prepare itself for winter.
Frost Seeding Pastures and Hay Fields - Illinois Extension
Mar 6, 2020 · As the name suggests, frost seeding is the method of spreading seed into existing pastures in late winter to early spring while the ground is still frozen; typically, late February into early March. The freezing and thawing cycles help to incorporate the seed into the soil.
When is the right time to re-seed your hayfield?
Jun 10, 2021 · Frost seeding means broadcasting seed over a hay field and letting the natural freeze and thaw weather of late winter and early spring help move the seed into the soil.
Successful Frost Seeding Tips | Seedway
Apr 22, 2020 · Frost seeding can be an effective, economical means of introducing a new forage species or to maintain the current composition of a stand to an existing pasture and hay field. Frost seeding is frequently implemented where tillage is not a …
Tall hay going into winter? - Hay & Forage Forum
Oct 7, 2009 · You guys are giving me a panick attack with the horror stories about leaving standing hay in the field. Do you get a lot of snow to insulate over winter? We've had a lot of bare ground the past few years, would that maybe have an …
End of season hay field maintenance | Hay & Forage Forum
Oct 11, 2024 · I managed to get rid of the weeds last summer and next spring a farmer is going to top seed my hay field with a seed drill. I'm in the Pacific Northwest so winters are mostly wet and mild, although we can get arctic outflows and some snow, so plants can get some die back.
Options for Managing Mud in Pastures This Winter
Feb 8, 2017 · Field after cows finished feeding stockpiled fescue and 600# round bales of hay. When you do feed large round bales there are a few steps to reduce waste. First, feed hay in well drained areas. Next, we should feed hay in small amounts or in a feeder. Finally, feed hay stored outside before hay stored inside.
Frost Seeding: A Cheap Alternative to Improve Hay and
Frost seeding is a popular option to improve forage yield and quality of pasture and hay land. The principle of frost seeding is to broadcast forage seed in the early spring when the ground freezes at night and thaws during the day.
Frost Seeding - Out Croppings: Important crop news from the field!
Mar 10, 2021 · Frost seeding is a simple practice that can help improve pasture and hay field yield, quality, and composition over time. The general principle of frost seeding is to broadcast forage seed onto pastures or hay fields in early spring when the ground freezes at night and thaws during the day.