Later as clover roots, stems, and leaves decay, some nitrogen becomes available to associated grasses. Some fixed nitrogen is also available to grasses directly from clover. Allow animals access to dry mature grass while grazing clovers. Watch cattle closely and remove all animals from legumes at first signs of bloat. Do not begin grazing early in the morning.
Fewer problems occur when starting in the afternoon.
Do not turn cattle onto legumes wet with dew. Wait until it dries completely. Pay close attention to weather forecasts and remove animals before weather changes. Forage Legumes for Oklahoma . Larry Redmon, John Caddel and Jim Enis.