Spring is working its way North across the United States. In some places it’s early, in others it seems to be right on time. If you’d like to see how it’s going, the USA National Phenology Network has maps and information on what’s happening right now.
Speaking of maps, that’s one of the steps in planning for grazing season. Here Troy Bishopp of the National Grazing Lands Coalition tells us why a map of our operations is helpful and how to make your own. You’ll even find instructions for using Google Maps to show your pastures.
Grazing Season Prep Step 2 – Mapping Your Pastures and Soils
And just a reminder, here’s how to get your free 2025 grazing charts along with information on how to use them.
If you and your livestock are looking longingly at your pastures, hoping to start grazing, here’s a test to see if your grass is ready. Grazing too early can reduce forage for the summer grazing season, so getting it right is important!
Spring has been a little harder for some farmers and ranchers whose funding was frozen or terminated for their signed contracts. Here’s how to get the funding that’s owed you.
For more on funding freezes and staffing issues at USDA, here’s last week’s article.
Save some money on fencing supplies
You can save 20% on supplies from Powerflex. Just use the code NATGLC20 at checkout. (Thanks to Troy Bishopp for letting us know!) Here’s the Powerflex website. Some restrictions apply.
Need a Laugh?
I was drinking water when I watched this. Don’t do that unless you want to spit it out.
Thank you for the Funny video, These Folks Had a Bad Day. I have not laughed so hard for days. It made me worry about further hurting my sore back but there was no extra pain, just joy that my day is going far better!