Tag: nutrition
Evaluating your heat stress mitigation plan should include your nutrition program
Did your dairy cows suffer during the recent heat wave? Beyond fans and soakers, nutritional strategies—including yeast products, minerals, niacin and adjusting feed delivery times—can help alleviate heat stress, sustain milk production and reduce herd inflammation, according to Ohio State Extension's Jason Hartschuh.
Dealing with poor quality hay
Ohio hay quality is low this year, making winter livestock care challenging. Learn cost-effective energy supplementation strategies to maintain herd health.
Winter feed planning starts with a probe
Ohio cattle producers face poor forage quality after extreme weather. OSU Extension urges hay testing to balance rations and support herd health.
US releases new dietary guidelines
The U.S. Department of Agriculture and U.S. Department of Health & Human Services released the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans Dec. 29. These guidelines will be the basis for national health objectives, food assistance and meal programs and nutrition education efforts until the next edition of the guidelines comes out in 2025.
Renaissance Nutrition builds relationships
More than just a vitamin and mineral premix company, Renaissance Nutrition, Inc. tailors its products to individual farmer’s needs through nutritional consulting.
How to grow beets for optimal taste
Beets are an easy-to-grow, cool-season crop that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. By catering to beets’ growing preferences, you can optimize taste.
Penn State student explores global food practices
Penn State Ag Sciences student, Emily Seiger, spent three weeks in Bangladesh conducting research related to food safety and hygiene practices.
40 foods to enjoy as summer fades to fall
Before the leaves begin to change, let’s take some time to enjoy all the fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs that are in season and readily available.
Beware of diet fad avoiding lectins
A new diet trend suggests individuals wanting to lose weight should avoid consuming foods that contain lectins, a plant protein.
How to work more fruits and vegetables into your diet
If you want to work fruits and vegetables into your daily diet, there are some simple ways to supplement your diet.
