Woodland Winter Feeding of Cattle: Water Quality Best Management Practices
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Woodland Winter Feeding of Cattle: Water Quality Best Management Practices
Woodland Winter Feeding of Cattle: Water Quality Best Management Practices
Authored by: Steve Higgins Jeff Stringer Sarah Wightman
Abstract
Cattle maintain their body temperature in winter by burning more calories, which requires them to consume more feed. Livestock producers use wooded areas to provide protection for cattle from wind and low temperatures. That protection enables the cattle to conserve energy and eat less. Using wooded areas for winter feeding makes practical sense, but producers need to consider several environmental issues when planning for it.
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English
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Yes