Importance of Forages and Grasslands of the World
- Photosynthesis including plant animal interactions.
- Carbon cycle including sequestration.
- Nitrogen cycle including biological nitrogen fixation.
- Key species.
- Economic contributions.
- Social and environmental contributions.
Establishment
- Seeding method, rate, depth, machinery.
- Pest management.
Fertilizaton and Liming
- Soil sampling.
- Fertilizer type, amount, and timing.
Growth and Regrowth
- Leaf area index.
- Meristems.
- Defoliation frequency and severity.
Hay and Silage Systems
- Differences and similarities.
- Characteristics of high quality products.
- Tips for producing and machinery.
Pastures and Grazing Systems
- Set stocking vs. Management Intensive Grazing.
- System components.
- Management guidelines.
Quality and Testing
- Characteristics.
- Lab analyses and methodologies.
- Interpretation.
Utilization
- Ration formulation.
- Anti-quality components.
- Animal health issues.