Tag: farm management
How to decide when to cull cows
Cows need to be culled when they become unprofitable or facilities are too full. Learn how to make these decisions efficiently.
Preparing for winter – livestock supplemental feeding basics
Ohio State University Extension educator Erika Lyon discusses how to prepare forgages for livestock for upcoming fall and winter season.
Avoiding soil compaction during fall harvest
With corn silage harvest here, Ohio State Extension educator Lee Beers warns of soil compaction and, more importantly, how to avoid it.
Autonomous tractors to be on display at upcoming Farm Science Review
Precision agriculture’s latest push is autonomous tractors. Although the shift to automation will be gradual, it is coming nevertheless, and Ohio State professor Scott Shearer is on the cutting edge of advancing this technology.
Panel on climate-smart solutions for dairy on tap Sept. 13
Experts will discuss climate-smart solutions and how they can enhance dairy farm profitability at the Dairy Financial and Risk Management Conference.
Discount available for dairy producers interested in Spanish language course
The Center for Dairy Excellence is offering dairy farmers a $100 discount off courses prices to learn Spanish.
A new approach to farm succession
OSU Extension educator David Marrison offers some different approaches to simplify the process of farm succession.
Field day to look at crop and livestock integration
An Ohio State field day will feature a panel of local farmers and conversation about strategies and approaches to crop and livestock integration.
Mineral supplementation on pasture
Taking the time to test your forages and matching them with a proper mineral mix can ensure good animal health and reproductive efficiency.
Dairy outlook and management suggestions
OSU extension educators review the dairy section of the USDA's Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry Outlook report and provide management suggestions to consider.
