Good pastures start at the root--and those roots need soil. The first step to managing pasture soils is using a soil survey to identify what you have. While you can't change the inherent properties of your soils, with understanding you can manage them to maximize their productivity.

Many farmers know the soil types present on their farms, yet never take the time to fully understand the

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