Mycotoxin control for 2024 harvested feeds starts now
Mycotoxins in dairy feeds are a growing concern across Ohio. OSU Extension educator Jason Harschuh offers tips for mitigating their impact on your herd.
The scoop on human poop
Ohio State Extension educator Lee Beers discusses the benefits and concerns for using human biosolids as nutrients on agricultural fields.
Automated activity monitoring in cows, heifers can improve pregnancy rates
Using automated activity monitoring systems is growing in popularity. These systems are used to improve a herd's pregnancy per AI and detect estrus in heifers.
First colostrum meal is vital for calf survival and health
Ohio State Extension dairy educator Gustavo M. Schuenemann explores proper ways to administer colostrum meals to raise healthy, newborn calves.
Bonnie Ayars ponders building better relationships
Bonnie Ayars considers what it takes to build better relationships.
Essential questions for a successful family farm future
David L. Marrison advises families to start thinking about the future of their farms, bringing up essential questions to ensure a successful future.
How to mitigate frost heaving in alfalfa fields
There are practices you can implement to reduce the risk of frost heaving. Two prevention strategies focus on increasing residue and minimizing bare soil.
Stall Wars: Cows vs. comfort
In stall-based housing systems, the cow stall design, surface and bedding type have a large effect on cow comfort and cow injuries.
Longevity in dairy cows matters to climate change
Ohio State Extension educator Luciana Bignardi da Costa suggests climate smart practices farmers can adopt to give their cows a lengthy, productive life.
Winter udder care and mastitis prevention
Jason Hartschuh provides tips on udder care and mastitis prevention during the winer months.
