Additional Livestock Resources

Links of Interest

OSU Animal Sciences Department

Pasture Rental Rates

Rental rates for pasturing cattle and sheep vary depending on animal size or weight, condition of pasture, work done by each party, and lease length.

Matching Hay Quality with Animal Nutrient Requirements

Addresses the topic of nutrient content of grass/legume hay and the nutrient requirements of  livestock that may be consuming it.

Hay Options: When you are short on hay

Fencing & Watering

Covers some of the basics of paddock design and current fencing and water technology. Paddock design needs to be based on landscape, land productivity, water availability, and the number and types of animals in the system.

Rotational grazing is periodically moving livestock to fresh paddocks, to allow pastures to regrow. Rotational grazing requires skillful decisions and close monitoring of their consequences.

Solar-Powered Livestock Watering Systems

Gives an introduction to solar-powered livestock watering systems, including discussions of cost, components, and terminology, as well as some suggestions for designing and installing these systems.