Historically, excess tall fescue forage is harvested as dry hay and fed to beef cows during winter. However, an opportunity exists to make use of this spring flush with growing cattle, says Bailey.

The hay bank also offers locally-grown fescue. Adams said there are two types of hay: cool season and warm season. "We've just finished baling our last cutting of fescue, which is a cool season grass.

Legumes offer many benefits but require proper management, Halleran said. Legumes add diversity to fescue pastures and improve soil health. They also reduce input costs by lowering nitrogen needs.