IMPORTÂNCIA DA ASSISTÊNCIA TÉCNICA NO MANEJO DE FORRAGEIRAS

Abstract

The selection of the appropriate forage species will directly influence and impact the entire production system, as the same cultivar that proves efficient in a specific situation and management strategy may not be a suitable option under different conditions, properties, or climates. In this context, the objective of this undergraduate thesis is to report on the mandatory curricular internship carried out during the Animal Science program. The internship was conducted at Sementes Nogueira, a commercial forage seed company. Therefore, this report describes the main activities performed, such as recommending the ideal forage cultivar based on soil type, planning soil amendments, stocking rate, management practices, and topography, as well as calibrating equipment for seed dispersal, advising on soil preparation, and monitoring the main pests affecting pasture establishment. These activities were carried out in the regions of Rio Verde, Montividiu, Lagoa do Bauzinho, Serranópolis, and Britânia. Additionally, another activity developed was monitoring seed production fields. The importance of technical assistance lies in ensuring that producers make the best use of their land, thereby supporting Brazil's sustainable progress in agricultural production, both in terms of quantity and quality. As such, this internship was essential for consolidating and aligning theoretical knowledge with practical experience.