Cattle Forages
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Winter weather in Georgia rarely follows a consistent pattern. Instead of long periods of steady cold, we often see rapid temperature swings combined with rain, wind, and muddy conditions. These winter weather extremes can place significant stress on cattle, even when temperatures are not exceptionally low. Understanding when cold stress occurs and how to respond…
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By Ross Greene, UGA Extension ANR Agent, Evans and Candler Counties As hurricane season approaches, livestock producers in Georgia should begin preparing now to protect their animals, equipment, and infrastructure. Storms can be unpredictable, but early action can reduce risk and make recovery much easier. Here are a few key recommendations based on guidance from…
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Fall armyworms (FAW) are one of the most devastating pests of forage crops in the Southeast, capable of wiping out an entire field seemingly overnight. Recent reports indicate a rapid increase in FAW activity across the region, so it’s critical for producers to begin monitoring their pastures and hayfields now before significant economic damage occurs.…
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Cattle producers across Southeast Georgia are invited to attend the upcoming Southeast Georgia Cattle Update, scheduled for Thursday, July 31, 2025, at the Georgia Grown Innovation Center in Metter. This informative event will run from 9:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M., with lunch and refreshments provided. Hosted by UGA Extension and the Georgia Grown Innovation Center,…
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Summer heat brings more than just pasture growth—it also kicks fly season into high gear. For cattle producers in Southeast Georgia, flies can mean lost performance and rising health costs. Horn flies, in particular, are aggressive pests that feed on cattle 20–30 times a day. Left untreated, a single cow can carry up to 1,000…
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Producers across South Georgia are facing a challenging forage situation this spring. Cool early temperatures delayed the growth of bermudagrass, and dry conditions have followed — leaving cattle pastures short on usable forage just as summer pressure builds. As a result, many producers are considering warm-season annual grasses like pearl millet and sorghum to fill…
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We plan to host a Cattle Update for Candler, Evans, and surrounding counties. This meeting is free for anyone that would like to attend. Please RSVP ahead of time to reserve a plate for lunch. We have a great panel of speakers lined up so please come join us at the Georgia Grown Innovation Center…
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I just wanted to send out a reminder about the upcoming cattle meeting. We are hosting a cattle and forage update on July 18, 2023 in Metter. The meeting will take place at Georgia Grown Innovation Center and will start around 9 am. We will serve a lunch and we ask that attendees call ahead…
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We are hosting a cattle and forage update on July 18, 2023 in Metter. The meeting will take place at Georgia Grown Innovation Center and will start around 9 am. We will serve a lunch and we ask that attendees call ahead to reserve a spot to assist us with making sure there will be…
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I had heard a few reports of some armyworms around, and so I went to check a few hay fields and found some. They were for the most part extremely small, but a few large ones scattered here and there. The populations I found were in the 1-2 worms per square foot range so nothing…
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