Chapter 8 - Forage Quality

Estimating Alfalfa quality using PEAQ

Forage Yield and Quality

How to Judge Hay Quality Visually

Mixed Alfalfa Grass NDF Estimation poster

Mixed Alfalfa Grass NDF Estimation Table

Predicting Hay and Silage Quality

Relative Forage Quality

Taking a Good Sample

Target NDF at Harvest

Understanding My Forage Analysis

What's the Fuss about NDF

 
 

 

Forage Quality
Forage Quality:  Livestock producers are concerned about forage quality for their animals.  As a producer, you need to understand the needs of your customers and their livestock.  Take the time to learn about the basics of forage quality: crop growth and quality; neutral detergent fiber; taking a proper forage sample; and forage analyses.