Recent years have seen widespread interest in the use of polycrops. The BCRC (and others) have funded independent research trials comparing how blends containing different combinations of plant species affect forage yields, quality and soil health under different soil and growing conditions. A recent post on the BCRC website combined producer experience and researcher expertise to give interested producers some factors to think about when considering polycrops. Other posts are designed for producers who remain in drought’s grim grip, focusing on developing grazing plans, feed testing, alternative feeds, water testing, culling and early weaning.

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