Invasive Tick Species Carries New Disease
Asian longhorned ticks should be a concern for producers in the Ozarks
An invasive tick species, the Asian longhorned tick, is making its way into...
Safely Grazing Johnsongrass
Johnsongrass can be a safe forage if managed and observed closely
Drought in the Ozarks has reduced the growth of many summer forages that producers...
Treating Mastitis in Sheep and Goats
Mastitis is a common problem in sheep and goat flocks. It can be painful for small ruminants and costly for the producer. The following...
Danger from the Sky
How to protect livestock from the ravages of black vultures
The black vulture is a common resident in Ozarks and often creates angst for farmers...
Keeping Replacements from First-Calf Heifers
The pros and cons of retaining heifers from young cows
Most producers have probably heard it said from another farmer at some point – the...
Why Should You Clip Pastures?
Clipping pastures after animals graze can promote regrowth
Farmers and ranchers have many good reasons to mow the pastures their animals graze on. Whether it...
Mastitis in Beef Cattle
Mastitis is can be a huge problem in some cow/calf operations.
DDG Storage Methods
Cattle ranchers are taking advantage of the increasing availability of corn by-products in their rations. The ethanol industry alone used 4.5 billion bushels of corn and sorghum this past year, yielding about 15 million tons of distillers grains, a high-protein, high-fat feedstuff.
The Ways of Bermuda Hay
Bermuda grass hay has become a product of interest for producers looking to increase hay yield in the hot summer months. The Quality Forage program out of northwest Arkansas led by University of Arkansas Extension Agent Robert Seay, has prompted regional producers to take Bermuda hay to a new level. With quality topping relative feed value scores of 100, Seay believes with the right methods, bermuda hay can be a viable option for regional producers looking to get the most out of their pastures and their hay crop.
The Pros and Cons of Creep Feeding
There are several factors to consider when deciding whether to creep feed
What’s creep feeding and is it right for your operation?
Creep feeding simply...
