– Hank Bartholomew, Southern Ohio Grazing Coordinator
The use of nitrogen fertilizers (N) on pastures can generate a great emotional debate among some groups of graziers. My philosophy is that N fertilizer is a tool that we can use to assist in managing forage supply. I am reluctant to discard any tools although some graziers may choose to do so. N fertilizer is also an input that requires some of our cold hard cash to purchase. As with all inputs, we must be frugal and manage purchased inputs closely. Continue reading Strategic Use of Nitrogen for Pastures