Excerpt: The use of forage as a supplement should only be provided during periods of severe grass shortage. Studies suggest that the large substitution rates obtained with forages appear to be mediated by a large reduction in grazing time which can reach 40 …
Excerpt: On the average, producers thought that a 17% savings (range from 0 to 75%) could be obtained on their feed bill if they grew their own forages rather than buying them. 33 dairies purchased forage for their cows. Coastal bermudagrass hay was most popular.
Excerpt: Providing supplemental feed in a seasonal calving & intensive rotational grazing system increased milk yield & improved the reproductive performance of dairy cows.