Forage Management and Utilization

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We study multiple, interdisciplinary, and current aspects of grassland science.

This includes grass and legume forage production, forage utilization by animals, and grazing management. Arkansas is rich in natural resources and has a diverse livestock farmer population. Hence, we focus on providing applicable research and advice to producers with different classes of grazing livestock, including cattle, sheep, and horses for increased farm profitability and environmental sustainability.

Forage and Agronomy Faculty Researchers:

  • Dirk Philipp: fertilizers, pastures and grasslands, soils, sustainable agriculture systems, water quality/riparian systems
  • Jiangchao Zhao: soils