Being positive in a broken world
December is a great time to reflect on where we have been, where we are, and where we are headed.
Planning for a sustainable future
Selection criteria for forage crops will need to expand beyond the current focus to encompass environmental impacts of growing, harvesting and storing them.
Developing and calculating grit
In Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance, Angela Duckworth studies non-IQ competencies including self-control and grit as predictors of success.
How to prepare your calf barn for winter
Learn more about best practices to help calves regulate their temperature and conserve their energy while taking care to prevent disease.
Now is the time for farm budgeting
Now is the time to get the farm financial books fully caught up and to project income and expenses through the end of the year.
Review milking procedures closely
Farmers need to observe milking routines and evaluate milkers to ensure procedures are followed correctly and consistently.
Panelists talk budgets, waste, tax reform
Each day at the Farm Science Review, a panel of 15 experts were questioned over a 20 minute period on some of the hottest farm management issues.
Harvest season safety tips, reminders
Harvest is one of the times of the year when farm fatalities increase. Learn how to maintain a safe work environment for you, your family and employees.
Should you utilize dairy margin protection?
Contact your local FSA office and let them know whether you will participate in the Dairy Margin Protection Program for 2018 before the Dec. 15 deadline.
Determine how many replacement heifers you need
Knowing your cost of production and need for replacements can help determine how many heifers you need on the operation.
