Tag: feed
Antibiotic and ionophore usage in cattle
Gain a better understanding of how new beef industry requirements have impacted antibiotic and ionophore usage in cattle over the past three years.
Controlling feed costs is key to production and profitability
Good feed cost control does not necessarily mean having the lowest feed cost. Learn more about optimizing your feed investment.
Winter hay feeding methods to consider before spring arrives
There are several different methods of feeding large round bales of hay. Learn more about the advantages and disadvantages of each.
Vitamin prices skyrocket as supplies decrease
Vitamins A and E are becoming scarce and prices have more than doubled. Dairy nutritionists recommend evaluating vitamin supplementation strategies.
Cargill acquires Southern States
Cargill has closed on its agreement to acquire the animal feed business of Southern States Cooperative.
4 steps to develop a high-quality feed program
Silage testing is a fundamental tool for the farm to continuously evaluate quality and adjust to feed the best-possible forages.
Feed mills face food safety deadlines
The federal food safety law also requires the makers of animal and pet food to meet certain requirements.
Quality corn silage requires good management
Corn silage is an important component of dairy rations. It pays to direct management efforts to make high-quality corn silage.
Penn State offers new FSMA website
Penn State Extension recently launched a new Food Safety Modernization Act information website to help producers determine what their farms and businesses must do to comply with new regulations.
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.
