Forage Management: Techniques for the Cow-Calf Operation with Ali Fix on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts   Want more on rotational grazing, pasture management, and forage production? Join our - - -> Weekly Email. Get industry insights, early access to event discounts, and ranch ready tools delivered straight to your inbox.   “Feeding cattle is one of the largest components of an operation. For our cow-calf operation, it represents 40 to 60 percent of our operation costs.” Ali Fix We’re diving into forage/pasture management, and hay production with Ali Fix of Fix Family Farms — one of the key stops during our upcoming Grazing Conference in Missouri. This episode is packed with practical info, and honest conversation that’s especially helpful for beginner and aspiring ranchers.   In this episode we cover:  How Ali’s family manages hay production for their cow-calf operation Tall fescue as their go-to grass and why it works so well Weather, drought, and yield management Fertilizing with turkey litter and effective weed control What to consider when leasing land or starting hay production Love what you hear? Support the show! Rate, Review, and Follow on Apple Podcasts. This helps support us so that we can continue to ranch in the next generation.   Resources & Links:  Follow along with Ali on Instagram @farmer_ali Meet Up with Karoline and Ali at The Grazing Retreat, hosted by Cattleman U! Check out all things Cattleman U below!  Use code PODCAST when filling out your She's a Hand Ranch Camp application Uplevel your direct to consumer business with our Free Web Platform Guide Discover the grants and loans available with our Free Business Guide Browse our Online Store View and subscribe to our new Video Podcast Channel Follow us on Instagram, @cattlemanu and on Facebook Find out more about KRose Company below! Follow us on Instagram, @krosecompany, @rose.karoline, and on Facebook Download our Free 7 Page Guide to improve your marketing strategies   Looking for more episodes like this one?  Check out our website for more of what you love!   Cattleman U assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in the content of this episode. These conversations are the experiences told by our guests and should be considered as such. The information contained is provided on an "as is" basis with no guarantees of completeness or accuracy.