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Dry Matter Content

The following table presents the approximate dry matter content for forage plants at various stages of growth.

Stage of Growth	Type of Plant
Initial to heading Heading to flowering Seed ripe, leaf tips dying Leaves dry, stems partly dry Dormant	Mid Grasses 40% 55% 65% 90% 95%	Short Grasses 45% 60% 80% 90% 95%	Forbs 20% 40% 60% 90% 100%

Data are from Dr. Allan McGinty's "Reference Guide for Texas Ranchers" web site.

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