Don’t fret if your hay supply isn’t the best, some tips on supplementing it
here are several ways to supplement and extend the existing hay for the winter season.
Farm management requires teamwork
Learn how to develop a team-oriented grazing plan to manage your pastures better.
How long can crop residue be grazed?
With record-high fuel prices and part shortages, you might want to consider letting the livestock graze crop residues.
Determine soil nutrient needs prior to grazing
Soils with adequate nutrients and pH promote pasture growth and development. Soil sampling is the most accurate way to determine what your pasture needs.
Managing livestock, pastures in extreme winter weather
Extreme winter weather can stress your livestock and damage your pastures. Learn more about the best farm management practices to combat the cold.
Pasture planning is key to profitability
The most effective use of pastures does not just happen. Foresight and planning are necessary. At the end of January, I taught a session...
Is your livestock’s water reducing profit?
Limiting water intake reduces animal performance quicker and more drastically than any other nutrient deficiency.
Observe an attitude of gratitude all year
Taking a few minutes each day to appreciate the little things that blend into the canvas of the day may be just what we need.
Prepare a pasture with these tips
Late summer is an excellent time to establish forages.
The following steps will assist producers in successful renovation and establishment of grass fields and legumes.
Water access in winter pastures is critical
Water is essential for livestock year-round. For every pound of dry matter consumed, cattle will need to drink about seven pounds of water.
