Maximum condition required for efficient rebreeding. Large fat deposits over ribs, around tailhead and below vulva. Wasty, patchy and extremely over conditioned. May have calving or mobility problems. Keep results for future reference.
Fertilizer is much too expensive to use for weed feed.
Production is closely tied to the amount of nitrogen applied. Refertilize after each cutting at rates high enough to replace nutrients removed. Money spent to fertilize hay in August might be better invested in the Texas Lotto. If hay harvest is delayed until after seed heads develop, protein content is substantially reduced. That's typically about five weeks from the start of growth.