Beckman discusses issues with southern rust and corn residue grazing

As combines roll through cornfields across Nebraska, producers soon will be turning their attention to what’s next —for a lot of operations, that means getting cattle out on stalks. Corn residue grazing remains one of the most cost-effective winter feed sources available. But this year, southern rust has made a noticeable mark on fields across the state, leaving many wondering whether it changes how we manage those acres for grazing.