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Hello, my name is Natalie Sullivan, and I am the Agriculture, Livestock and Equine Agent for Missoula County Department of Ecology and Extension. Thank you for your interest in the Horse & Livestock Pasture Evaluation Program! The purpose of the Pasture Evaluation Program is to bring up-to-date, unbiased information from the university extension system and local county resources directly to your farm. This is a
FREE service to Missoula County residents
who want to make their animal farms more productive, safe, and beautiful!
Here is a list of topics that are commonly covered in a Pasture Evaluation:
Pasture productivity (tons per acre)
Pasture aesthetics
Decreasing non-structural carbohydrates for horses at risk of laminitis
Mitigating parasites (internal and external)
Manure spreading or disposal
Controlling weeds and invasive grasses
Making the pasture more "fire-wise"
Planting native trees and shrubs
Grazing strategies
All horse, cattle, and small ruminant farms in Missoula County are eligible, regardless of size, function or breed of animals. Farms are serviced on a first come basis; completing this form will hold your place in line. Sampling typically begins in April and continues through September.
*If you are outside of Missoula County, we encourage you to contact your local MSU Extension office and County Weed District for information and support.
Please begin by including your full name.
How did you hear about this program?
Directly from Natalie or other Missoula County Department of Ecology and Extension employee
Social Media
Search engine word search
Educational event or conference
Referral from a friend or neighbor
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