Union Forage 2020 Virtual Field Day Pasture Stand Rejuvenation

We recognize that the return on investment and productivity of a well managed perennial forage stand is difficult to beat. A perennial pasture requires significant upfront investments, but when you amortize that investment over 10 or more year, it is an excellent option.
A good perennial pasture should include a mixture of nutrient dense grass varieties suited to your geography and soil type, plus a combination of legumes to fix nitrogen and improve the stand longevity. The legumes should include sainfoin and vetch in the mix to reduce the risk of bloat from alfalfa. Ideally, you should rotate cattle through paddocks allowing rest periods after grazing. Never over graze a perennial pasture going into fall, as this will kill most of your legumes and reduce the lifetime and productivity of the stand.
Talk to one of our forage specialists or contact us online:
unionforage.com or 1-800-COW-CHOW