Don’t Forget to Test
There is no bad time to take samples for a soil test.
Gut Health in Cattle
Why a strong digestive system is important
Producers continually search for ways to improve efficiency and reduce costs on their operations. Though it may not...
Billy and Ram Management
Making a game plan for the off-season
When a billy or a ram is hard at work during the breeding season, his body condition and...
Reducing Dependance on Chemical Fertilizers
Other methods and new management practices can help reduce your fertilizer bill
Whether the motivation is for economical or environmental reasons, producers looking to reduce...
Discovering the Value of Your Farm
What is your business worth? Is it worth a million dollars? It may be, but to know you must discover the net worth of your farm or business. That may sound ridiculous, but it is possible.
Are You Feeding Enough Hay?
The amount of hay you should feed your cows is directly influenced by the quality of the hay.
The Influence of Nutrition on Birthweight
Moderation is key to easy births and healthy calves
The way producers manage the nutrition of pregnant dams can impact calves’ birthweights and their ability...
Taking the Time to Tag
There’s been a “tremendous rise” in the number of ranchers using ear tags, according to University of Missouri Extension livestock specialist Eldon Cole. But in many cases, they’re not getting the best use out of those tags.
Grass Tetany
Causes, prevention and treatment of the disease seen primarily in spring
Spring brings a host of wonderful things for farmers; green grass, warmer weather and...
The importance of biosecurity to avoid cross-species contamination
HPAI threats prompt dairy farmers to boost biosecurity
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza has continued to spread, requiring dairy farmers to strengthen their biosecurity practices in...
