Tag: livestock
Now is the time to test your hay
Testing now will give you plenty of time to plan ahead for winter and ensure you have enough supplemental feed on hand.
Changes to livestock antibiotics coming
Livestock producers should learn more about the expected changes to the availability of over-the-counter antibiotics before they are implemented in 2023.
Livestock should work for the farm
Rotational grazing of livestock is one of the most economical and environmentally friendly practices someone can implement on their land.
Plenty of options for grazing systems
The grazing management system on your farm should focus on both the animals and the plants.
Energizers and your grazing system
The ability of an electric fence to keep livestock in and predators out is determined by what type of fence you have, the energizer and proper grounding.
Stay alert for natural threats to livestock
There are natural challenges that livestock owners can't control. The best defense against these threats from nature is to know what you are up against.
Animal Agriculture Alliance board names CEO
The Animal Agriculture Alliance board of directors has announced Hannah Thompson-Weeman has been named the organization's new president and CEO.
What farmers need to know about FDA guidance ending OTC antibiotics
Beginning in June 2023, farmers won’t be able to buy any over-the-counter antibiotics for their animals. This will be a big change for farmers, many of whom are accustomed to doing much of their own veterinary care.
Fence livestock out of a streams before it’s mandatory
The days of allowing livestock to have full access to streams are numbered as more regulations are set and the importance of clean water is emphasized
Asian longhorned tick suspected in cattle deaths in southeast Ohio
There are a lot of unknowns with the invasive Asian longhorned tick. However, some evidence has suggested they could be a new threat to cattle producers.
