Integrated use of organic and inorganic fertilizers for forage barley production in Northeastern Alberta
Barley (Hordeum vulgare L.) is one of the most widely grown annual forage crops in Alberta and has better feed quality than oats, wheat, or triticale. Given its major role…
Read MoreEvaluation of early seeded multiple cuts winter cereals for livestock feed as a drought management strategy in Alberta
The Lakeland region of Alberta experienced one of the driest years since 2002, leaving many agricultural producers scrambling for feed and water resources for livestock and harvesting crops that were…
Read MoreCopper enrichment in fodder wheat, barley and oats – An option to improve cattle productivity
Many cattle consuming locally produced forages are susceptible to copper (Cu) deficiency in Alberta. A significant challenge for livestock producers in several parts of the province, including the Lakeland region,…
Read MorePerformance Evaluation of Two-Row and Six-Row Forage Barley Mixtures
Many areas in Alberta have experienced some of the worst droughts in recent years. Severe and sustained drought is particularly stressful for beef cattle operations, which rely heavily on sufficient…
Read MoreRegional Silage Variety Trials
The Annual Forage Trials (AFTs) began at LARA in 2008 with the purpose of comparing annual silage crops for whole-plant production when considering both yield and quality. Funding was obtained…
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