Switchgrass is one of the dominant plant species of the tallgrass prairie, and it alone accounts for much of the natural soil-building that occurs on native prairies.
Tag Archives: Pastures
Grazing Management by Species: Sheep
While sheep consume grass as 60% of their diet, they more than any other type of livestock will also eat forbs (non-woody flowering plants, commonly known as “weeds”).
Sandbur
The sandbur (Cenchrus longispinus) is common through the United States, where it is mostly considered a noxious weed. It may occur in any part of Kansas.
Grazing Management by Species: Swine
Swine are not exactly grazers. They will eat some grass, but they typically prefer legumes, weeds, roots, and other types of food.
Virginia Wild Rye
Virginia wild rye (Elymus virginicus) presents a somewhat variable appearance. To identify it quickly, look for a bunchgrass that resembles wheat or rye.
Grazing Management by Species: Horses & Donkeys
Horses are almost exclusively grazing animals, consuming grass in even greater percentages than cattle.
Grazing Management by Species: Cattle
Cattle are the quintessential grazing animal, making them roughly equivalent to bison in the ecosystem.
Canada Wild Rye
Also known as “nodding wild rye,” Canada wild rye (Elymus canadensis) is an attractive and distinctive species.
Best Plants for Compacted Soils
Plants with the ability to resist compaction and its associated problems, for garden, orchard, lawn, field, and pasture.
Optimizing Your Land Use
Best results will follow from tailoring the farm layout to the farm conditions. So what are the optimal conditions for common aspects of a farm?
Homestead on the Range 