Evaluating Alternative Feed Sources During Drought

Authors

Matthew D. Garcia, Utah State UniversityFollow
Ruger P. Carter, Utah State UniversityFollow
Ryan Larsen, Utah State UniversityFollow
Eric Thacker, Utah State UniversityFollow
Jacob Hadfield, Utah state UniversityFollow
Reganne K. Briggs, Utah State UniversityFollow
Justen Smith, Utah State UniversityFollow

Document Type

Factsheet

Publisher

Utah State University Extension

Publication Date

10-12-2021

First Page

1

Last Page

5

Abstract

During years of drought, it is important to critically evaluate alternative feed sources available for cattle. The traditional method for sustaining a herd through a drought is feeding extra stored forage to compensate for decreased forage production or decreased forage quality available on rangelands and pastures due to drought conditions. However, hay prices rise substantially, and availability decreases due to irrigation water limitations and increased demand from livestock producers. This fact sheet will evaluate why hay prices rise and what alternatives are available to compensate for forage reductions during drought.

Recommended Citation

Garcia, Matthew D.; Carter, Ruger P.; Larsen, Ryan; Thacker, Eric; Hadfield, Jacob; Briggs, Reganne K.; and Smith, Justen, "Evaluating Alternative Feed Sources During Drought" (2021). All Current Publications. Paper 2235.
https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/extension_curall/2235