Chickens in the Classroom
There will be some new books in first and second grade classrooms in Barry County thanks to a United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Youth Development Grant. The purpose of the grant is to impact the rural community in a positive way. Jeremy Elliot-Engel, 4-H Youth Development Specialist for Barry County, met with the 4-H counsel to come up with the plan.
Missouri Reintroudces Elk
On October 15, 2010 the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) released an elk restoration plan. This release has come about due to renewed interest in the native elk population, and the plan outlines the zones that the elk will be restored to, habitat management, herd management, animal health, stakeholder involvement and the recreational and economic benefits of reintroducing elk in to Missouri.
Machinery Maintenance
"It’s busy this fall,” said Jeff Wester, the service manager at Larson Farm & Lawn in Rogersville, Mo., “Business has been pretty good for this time of the year. The weather had a lot to do with it and producers got a lot of fieldwork done early.”
Culling For Profit
"I might not be the best one to ask when to cull,” said Jim O’Neal who owns Turkey Knob Ranch in Branch, Ark., along with his wife, JoAnn. “I probably give ‘em more chances than most. We are emotionally attached to our cows – they all have names.”
Preventing Pink Eye
The best way to keep pinkeye out of your cattle herd continues to be through vigilance and sound management.
The Problem With Cattle Thieves
It’s hard to get a handle on how extensive cattle theft has become. Few states keep statistics in some cases, though, private organizations do. The Texas & Southwest Cattle Raisers Association says 7,400 head were reported stolen in 2009, up from 6,400 the year before; a web site maintained by Bayer Animal Health claims in Missouri in 2008, there were $500,000 worth of cattle stolen across 29 counties.
Mineral and Salt Protocol
As winter is quickly approaching it is vital to ensure that your animals remain healthy and productive by leaving out salt blocks, bags of minerals, or lick tubs. Mineral and salt are an essential part of livestock's diets.
Feeding Weaned Calves
In order to have a profitable herd, producer's need to consider several things when it comes to weaning their calves. When to wean, nutrition, health, what weaning method, and post-weaning management are all very important aspects of the weaning process to consider.
Remember Sheep Health
It's a good time of year for area sheep producers; they can enjoy the cooler weather… and the prices.
Prevent Pink Eye Now
The best way to keep pinkeye out of your cattle herd continues to be through vigilance and sound management.
