Considerations for Utilizing Frozen Small Grains for Forage
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Considerations for Utilizing Frozen Small Grains for Forage
Considerations for Utilizing Frozen Small Grains for Forage
Authored by: Carrie Knott Chris Teutsch Katherine VanValin
Abstract
Once wheat and other small grains adapt to cooler weather in the fall, they are relatively tolerant of cold temperatures and freeze injury. Frost injury in the spring normally occurs when February and March are unusually warm and small grains initiate growth earlier than normal or from an unusually late frost event. Freezing temperatures during sensitive growth stages can significantly impact grain yield. In some cases, the impact on yield can be moderate to severe.
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