Effect of Forage Height Upon the Microtemperature of a Grass-Legume Pasture and a Comparison of Forage Composition

The use of pasture to provide low cost feed for dairy and other farm animals is an important factor in the success of livestock operations. Some of the factors which influence the income from pasture land are: management, pasture mix, and climate. The management of a pasture can determine to a great extent the value of pasture in a farming enterprise. Irrigating the pasture at the right time, using the right fertilizer, and proper methods of harvesting are examples of some of the management problems facing the grassland farmer.