Protect Your 2024 Hay and Pastures
Details to assist producers to put a risk management plan in place
Persistent drought conditions continue to be a source of stress for producers, but...
The Case for Crossbreeding
Benefits to heterosis in sheep and goats
Producers looking to improve productivity in their flock or herd may want to examine the benefits of crossbreeding....
Multispecies in a Rotational Grazing System
The advantages and drawbacks to grazing different species together
The exercise of diversifying farming operations to boost financial security has long been a well-received practice....
White Muscle Disease
Prevention and treatment of the disease in sheep and goats
White Muscle Disease (WMD) strikes in all breeds of sheep and goats. The degenerative muscle...
Selling Sheep and Goats
Pinpointing optimal market strategies for small ruminants
The demand for small ruminants continues to trend in an upward trajectory in the United States. The positive...
Assessing Forage Quality
The value of collecting hay samples and utilizing the results
It’s that time of year when producers are getting their hay cut, baled and stored....
Annie’s Project
Non-profit foundation offers resources to educate and empower women in agriculture
Annie’s Project started 20 years ago with the mission to equip women in agriculture...
Adding Warm Season Annuals
Incorporated additional forage options for the summer months
During the heat of summer, cool season grasses turn dormant reducing the amount of forage available for...
Beat the Heat
Tips for breeding and selecting heat-tolerant cattle
Producers who make selection decisions to improve heat tolerance in their herd can positively impact their operation’s productivity...
Udder Health
Steps to reducing disease in the udders of dairy cattle
One of the biggest threats to udder health in dairy cattle is mastitis. The infection...
