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Forage is defined as the edible part of a plant, other than the separated grain, that is generally above ground and that can provide feed for grazing animals or can be harvested for feeding.  [NALT]

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Hurricane Preparedness for Forage Crops in the Southeast United States

AG439/SS-AGR-439by José C. B. Dubeux, Jr. and Edward K. TwidwellDecember 10, 2019This 4-page document provides information on preparing forage crops, conserved forage, and grazing areas for potential hurricane damage and alleviating hurricane damage on forage crops and grazing lands in the Southeast United States, with an emphasis on the Florida peninsula and Gulf Coast.

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