FAQ: Livestock & Forages

I want to grow beautiful tomatoes every year, but they always rot. What can I do?

Begin spraying the plants soon after first bloom with a good fungicide such as Bravo, Maneb, Mancozeb, or Zineb. Spray in the morning. When irrigating, never wet the entire plant. For complete pest control, mix Sevin and Cygon at the recommended rates with the fungicide and spray every seven days until you're tired of tomatoes.

How do I obtain a Feed and Forage Analysis?

Obtain information at county extension offices and send to the Soil Testing Lab at Auburn University.

What is the best time of year to apply herbicides for weed control in summer pastures?

The latter half of March and April.

How often should I soil test summer pastures?

At least every two years.

Is applying herbicides to summer pasture more effective than bushhogging?

Yes.

What time to year should I plant summer annual grasses?

Spring.

What time of year should I plant winter annuals?

Fall.

How do I obtain a permit to apply restricted use chemicals?

Your local County Extension Office has study material.

Is feeding broiler litter to beef cattle safe?

Yes, cattlemen have been feeding litter for decades.

Are there different marketing alternatives for cattle producers in Alabama?

Yes, there are several organized board sales throughout Alabama.

How do I join the Alabama BCIA Cattlemen’s Association?

Application forms can be obtained in county Extension offices or call Alabama Cattlemen: 1-800-6-CATTLE.