Tag: livestock
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.
How to tag livestock properly
Tagging livestock is an important part of animal identification but must be done properly to keep the animal from losing its tag or getting an infection.
Top ram brings $1,300 at Pa. performance sheep and goat sale
Pennsylvania sheep and goat producers received $66,000 for 106 elite animals during the 39th annual Performance Tested Ram Lamb and Meat Goat Buck Sale.
United Producers and AgriClear link
United Producers Inc. is teaming up with AgriClear to enhance its digital livestock marketing.
ESFs may improve gestation feeding programs for sows
Electronic sow feeding systems have been able to monitor individual intake of gilts and sows housed together and could eventually improve feed efficiency.
How to rid infected tall fescue
The recommended strategy for eradication of infected tall fescue is called spray-smother-spray. It's most effective when used over a period of about a year.
Dust in livestock facilities: Sweat the small stuff
Inside livestock facilities, the dust particles can cause pulmonary problems for anyone who breathes the air, including the animals.
Campbell Run, Claypoole exhibit top Holstein
More than 160 head entered the show ring at the Western Pa. Holstein Championship Show July 15 at the Lawrence County Fairgrounds near New Castle.
7 tips for healthy fair animals
Here are some ways to prevent health issues during and after shows throughout fair season.
5 tips to ensure livestock health before the fair
Show season brings new concerns for livestock health. Learn more about ways to keep livestock healthy before taking them to the fair.
