Rye comes from Europe and is the most winter hardy of all the small grains. It is often grown as a winter cover crop. It is adapted to a wide range of soils, but requires moderate fertility and ...

When it comes to forage and cover crops, winter rye offers rock-star versatility that makes it easy to love. Agronomy experts at the University of Vermont, North Dakota State University and the ...

Hybrid between wheat and rye. It is adapted to a wide range of soils and requires only moderate fertility and moisture. It does not tolerate flooding and is only slightly drought resistant. It is a ...

Statewide hay supplies depend on conditions of winter forage crops and rainfall, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts.

In the northern Great Lakes region, the forage growing season is short, lasting about 120 days. This means that beef producers are constantly looking for ways to reduce their winter feeding costs.