Brian Reidy: Put the cow first when managing grass

There may need to be some significant adjustments made to grazing plans if the heavy rain continues.
There may need to be some significant adjustments to grazing plans if the heavy rain continues. Photo: iStock/Getty Images

There may need to be some significant adjustments to grazing plans if the heavy rain continues. Photo: iStock/Getty Images

Most dairy producers have had an opportunity to get a few kilos of grazed grass into cows this spring. Unfortunately, the weather has not been cooperating over the last two weeks, but hopefully, cows can get to more grass for longer soon.

There may need to be some significant adjustments to grazing plans if the heavy rain continues. 

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