On the Ground with the Leopold Center

Forage diversity, the spice of life in southern Iowa

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Brian Petersen and John Klein from the Natural Resources Conservation Service are increasing the management options for southern Iowa graziers. The forage and legume mixed pastures at the 10-year-old Adams County CRP Research and Demonstration Farm are diverse and can nearly handle year-round grazing. More about this project [Fall 2008 newsletter] Filmed September 2008.