Western Research and Demonstration Farm

Grazing Fall-Seeded Cover Crops with Stocker Cattle

Authors: Erika L. Lundy (Iowa State University) , Rebecca Vittetoe (Iowa State University) , Denise L. Schwab (Iowa State Universtiy) , Daniel D. Loy (Iowa State University) , Chris Beedle (Iowa State University)

  • Grazing Fall-Seeded Cover Crops with Stocker Cattle

    Western Research and Demonstration Farm

    Grazing Fall-Seeded Cover Crops with Stocker Cattle

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Abstract

Interest in establishing cover crops following grain production has gained traction in the last few years in an effort to protect Iowa’s soils and waters. Cover crops also provide opportunities to extend the grazing season and capture the cover crop establishment costs. However, the window for establishment and fall growth can be challenging due to the timing of grain harvest, seeding method, species selection, and weather conditions. Therefore, the objective of this project was to evaluate effectiveness of fall-grazing an oat and cereal rye cover crop mix by beef stocker cattle to promote a sustainable crop and livestock system that increases farming efficiency, while improving water quality and protecting soil resources.

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Lundy, E. L., Vittetoe, R., Schwab, D. L., Loy, D. D. & Beedle, C., (2020) “Grazing Fall-Seeded Cover Crops with Stocker Cattle”, Iowa State University Research and Demonstration Farms Progress Reports 2019(1).

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01 Apr 2020
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