Forage Budgeting in New Mexico
Questions, county research links and grazing management, safety and financial planning checklists for pasture forage inventory, dry matter, animal feed needs in New Mexico.
Verification checklist
Start with realistic measured forage yield and keep a drought reserve. Ask whether the grazing supplier or pasture service provider actually operates in the selected county, confirm operating status, livestock or service availability and written terms, and confirm transaction terms in writing.
County and geographic coverage
Official resources
- USDA NRCS Grazing Resources
- USDA NIFA Cooperative Extension
- USDA Climate Hubs
- USDA NRCS Web Soil Survey
- US Drought Monitor