David Moore

Don't rush plans to control brush

For every pound of broadleaf weeds controlled, grass production typically increases by about 2 pounds. The return is even better on brush. We usually get 3-plus pounds of increased grass for every pound of brush controlled. This happens by eliminating the competition for water and plant food nutrients.

More grass, more beef

Take steps this fall to help stressed pastures, hay fields recover

For many livestock producers, the past couple of years have brought a perfect storm of high fertilizer prices, severe drought and reduced hay and pasture production. MFA Grazing Specialist David Moore explains how to help position forages for a recovery next spring.