2020 Southeastern Hay Contest
Hay season is here! Hay production is a large part of our economy here in Jefferson County and now is the time to focus on quality hay production. The first step in producing high quality forages is to soil sample and fertilize based on sample recommendations. Following that, fields should be scouted routinely for weeds and herbicide applications as needed. The third and most important step is to harvest before maturity. The final step, that is often forgotten or neglected, is to send