Episode 109: Extend the Grazing Season - Using Stockpiled Forage for Early Spring Grazing

As the seasons change, early-spring grazing serves as a strategic bridge from winter feeding to summer grazing. Rather than simply turning cattle out, success depends on carefully managing cool-season grasses to balance animal nutrition, protect regrowth and maintain pasture longevity. In this episode, we explore how grazing in April and May can help beef producers reduce reliance on stored feed while maximizing stockpiled perennial forage, where and when early-season grazing fits into an operation, and how thoughtful planning and management set the stage for a productive grazing season.   Relevant Links:  Extend the Grazing Season: Using Stockpiled Forage for Early Spring Grazing (article) Nutrition in Beef Cattle (webpage) Calf 911 - How to Evaluate Newborn Calves Using the Calf Vigor Scoring System (resources)