Forage Production

Forage research and extension is centered on improved forage cultivars, best management practices, and the delivery of these technologies to livestock producers, wildlife managers, and related forage industries in the region. Using improved cultivars and better management should increase forage yields, live weight gains of livestock, and net returns on farm profitability.

The tri-state area (Alabama, Georgia and Florida), where the North Florida Research & Education Center is located, provides an ideal location for regional forage-based research and extension activities.

2003 Ryegrass Plot in Marianna
2003 Ryegrass Plots in Marianna		 2003 Ryegrass Plot in Marianna
2003 Ryegrass Plot in Marianna
Cold Tolerant Bahiagrass
Cold Tolerant Bahiagrass		 Photo Period in Bahiagrass
Photo Period in Bahiagrass

Projects within this program focus on:

  1. The use of improved tropical and temperate forage varieties for livestock production and wildlife purposes.
  2. The appropriate management of forage species for environmental, ecological, and economic optimization.

More Information

For more information on Forage Production, contact Ann Blount or Richard Sprenkel.