The Case for Crossbreeding

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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....

Starting in Small Ruminant Production

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What producers need to know before buying sheep or goats Before diving deep into the small ruminant business, consider some of the following tips from...

Government-funded Farm Programs

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Considerations when applying for cost-share assistance Farmers may find it overwhelming when looking for and pursuing involvement in a government cost-share program. Though the options...

Breeding Season Versus Year-Round Breeding 

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Factors for producers to consider for their operations  Whether a producer favors a designated breeding season or a year-round approach, there are advantages and disadvantages...

Choosing the Best Feed

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Considerations when selecting feed for cattle operations Now more than ever, picking the best feed for a cattle operation is critical. As producers continue to...

The Rate Game Continues 

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Now is the time to review rate-sensitive areas “What’s your interest rate?” continues to be a frequent and important front-end question when it comes to...

Optimizing the Breeding Season

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Implementing breeding strategies can improve profits An efficient and consistent reproductive herd puts money in a producer’s pocketbook. The skyrocketing costs of running a cattle...

A Balancing Act

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Stocking ratios apply to sheep and goat production As land resources and forage vary from region to region, sheep and goat farmers have a multitude...

Pecking and Cannibalism in Poultry

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Diet and light can deter the costly behavior Pecking and cannibalism among chicken and turkey flocks could be an expensive problem for farmers without the...

Starting a Flock

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Considerations and plans needed prior to buying chicks  ‘Tis the season for adorable, fluffy chicks to be for sale at farm supply stores. The current...
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