Diversity on the farm: My cows are prejudiced
What should you consider when trying to accomplish diversity and inclusiveness on the farm? Columnist Ed Brown lays out the benefits and concerns.
Plant chemicals don’t always benefit livestock
Many times livestock show a preference for forbs, legumes or one type of grass over another. This preference can be species dependent or an animal's custom.
Grazing behavior depends on species, location
Each livestock species has a tool or set of tools that help it gather food, grind and swallow.
Winter feeding, nutrient management
Sacrifice areas may limit damage to our total pasture acreages, but the damage done to these areas can be significant.
Trade-offs in management of endophyte-infected tall fescue
Livestock that consume endophyte-infected fescue may experience symptoms associated with ergot alkaloid toxicity. Long-term exposure to tall grass fescue containing toxic endophytes may lead to fescue foot and fat necrosis.
How to hay test for efficient winter feeding
How do you know how much hay, grain, and pasture your animals need? A hay test is a great place to start.
Feeding hay for winter needs
Learn more about the factors that cause hay nutrient degradation — some can be lowered.
Sit back, relax and educate yourself
Learn more about keeping your pastures healthy post-harvest and planning for the ensuing planting season.
Get your oil and gas lease right from the start
A guide to successfully navigating through an oil and gas lease for farmers.
Plan now for pasture health through the winter months
Learn more about keeping your pasture healthy through the winter.
