talltimber
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I have been thinking about how I can stockpile fescue for the cows, but still hang on to my steers another couple of months if needed, or just plan on another forage for them altogether. I am in an area where, especially a couple years ago, several local hay fields were taken out and put into crops, and there are several fields around here close that I think a guy might be able to run some calves. I'm talking about farmed rolling hills mostly, ideally being off the highway. I'd like any pointers anyone may be able to give on the process of getting something like this going, suggestions on ways to present it to the landowner, how to determine a fair rent amount, overseeding/broadcasting into corn/stalks, etc. This is something I am thinking more and more about. My concerns are that my calves will most likely be along a county road, eyes shining at night in a spotlight, water source.