Forages, Volume 1

An Introduction to Grassland Agriculture

Inbunden, Engelska, 2026

AvC. Jerry Nelson,Michael Collins,Jennifer W. MacAdam,Kenneth J. Moore

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Comprehensive introduction to forages enabling readers to understand the complexity of grassland ecosystems and their relationships to the wider environment Forages delivers a balance of scientific principles to aid in reader integration of the concepts as well as practical information on forage identification, plant characteristics, management, and utilization. The coverage of the science behind the plant characteristics and responses make this book applicable to many parts of the world. This edition has been updated to reflect recent changes in precision planting, fertilization, pest management technologies, new control chemicals, and increasing use of biologicals. The editors have also added a new chapter on forages for conservation and ecological services to discuss the many ways in which forages can be used to mitigate environmental impacts and increase the resilience of agricultural systems. This aspect of forage use has also been highlighted in other chapters throughout the book. Part I covers the characteristics of forage species. Part II covers establishment, fertilization, and pest management of forages. Part III covers all aspects of forage utilization, grazing systems, and animal management, including the use of GPS collars and drones to control movement of animals. Sample topics discussed in Forages include: Forages' ability to reduce soil erosion, filter nutrients from water, and increase the water- and nutrient-holding capacity of the soil while also providing tons of feed per acreThe state of forages and grasslands in a changing world and the structure and morphology of grasses, legumes, and other forbsForage crops for bioenergy and industrial productsForage-related animal disorders, grazing management services guidelines, and management of grassland ecosystemsForages is an essential textbook for undergraduates studying forages and an excellent reference for all individuals working in industry, government, and organizations involved with the use of forages.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum2026-01-22
Mått183 x 259 x 28 mm
Vikt1 043 g
FormatInbunden
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor448
Upplaga8
FörlagJohn Wiley & Sons Inc
ISBN9781394258598

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C. Jerry Nelson, Emeritus Curators' Professor of Plant Sciences at the University of Missouri, USA. His research focuses on growth of grasses and persistence of legumes and he is active in agriculture-related international programs. Michael Collins, Emeritus Professor and former Director of the Division of Plant Sciences at the University of Missouri, USA. Kenneth J. Moore, Charles F. Curtiss Distinguished Professor in Agricultural and Life Sciences and Professor of Agronomy at Iowa State University, USA.

List of Contributors viiForeword and Dedication xiPreface xiiiThe Metric System xvIn Praise of Bluegrass xviiPart I Characteristics of Forage Species 11 Forages and Grasslands in a Changing World 3C. Jerry Nelson Michael Collins Jennifer W. MacAdam and Kenneth J. Moore2 Structure and Morphology of Grasses 19Shelby M. Gruss and Kenneth J. Moore3 Structure and Morphology of Legumes and Other Forbs 37Robert B. Mitchell and C. Jerry Nelson4 Physiology of Forage Plants 53Jennifer W. MacAdam and C. Jerry Nelson5 Environmental Aspects of Forage Management 71Jeffrey J. Volenec and C. Jerry Nelson6 Grasses for Northern Areas 89Michael Collins C. Jerry Nelson and Vern S. Baron7 Grasses for Southern Areas 105Daren D. Redfearn and C. Jerry Nelson8 Legumes for Northern Areas 119Jacob M. Jungers Craig C. Sheaffer and C. Jerry Nelson9 Legumes for Southern Areas 135Lynn E. Sollenberger and Michael Collins Copyrighted Material10 Forage Crops for Bioenergy Industrial Products and Human Foods 151Jacob M. Jungers and Kenneth J. Moore11 Forages for Soil Conservation and Other Ecosystem Services 165S. Carolina Córdova and Kenneth J. MooreCompendium of Common Forages 177Kenneth J. Moore and Shelby M. GrussPart II Forage Management 23312 Forage Establishment 235Rocky W. Lemus and Jennifer W. MacAdam13 Forage Fertilization and Nutrient Management 249David J. Barker Marilia B. Chiavegato and Michael Collins14 Integrated Pest Management in Forages 269E. Scott Flynn Lisa L. Baxter and Kenneth J. MoorePart III Forage Utilization 28315 Forage Quality 285Yoana C. Newman and Michael Collins16 Forage Utilization 303Michael Collins and Kenneth J. Moore17 Forage- Related Animal Disorders 317Ali M. Missaoui Nikolay M. Filipov and Michael Collins18 Preservation of Forage as Hay and Silage 337Glenn E. Shewmaker Jennifer W. MacAdam and Michael Collins19 Grazing Management Systems 359Robert L. Kallenbach and Michael Collins20 Managing Grassland Ecosystems 377John A. Guretzky and C. Jerry NelsonAppendix: Common and Botanical Names of Forages 395Glossary 407Index 423