Backgrounding Programs
Maximizing profits with weaned calves
How a producer approaches backgrounding cattle varies from operation to operation. In general terms, backgrounding cattle is the practice of...
Cull the Bull
Determine when a herd sire should stay or go
A producer’s herd sire may be one of the trickiest animals on the farm to manage....
Keeping Livestock Records
Health and management documentation are critical for livestock producers
On a farm the to-do list may seem endless. Whether it is fence to fix, animals...
Buying a Utility Terrain Vehicle
A guide to purchasing a UTV in today’s economy
Spotting a farmer driving across fields in the Ozarks in a Utility Terrain Vehicle (UTV), is...
Protecting Water Sources
Strategies to keep ponds and streams clean and safe
When producers think about tackling all that needs to be fixed, managed, maintained and monitored on...
Tractor Tune-Up Tips
Maintaining belts, hoses and gearing up for winter
It sure can be frustrating to fire-up a trusted machine like a tractor, only to have it...
Preparing for Winter Before it Hits
Management strategies to stay one step ahead of Mother Nature
Thinking back to the frigid blast of last winter may put a chill down the...
Incorporating Winter Cereals
Are they worth the time and money?
If producers are looking to add winter cereals to their pastures in hopes of getting additional forage for...
Preventing Pregnancy Loss
Strategies for healthy pregnancies
There are a variety of factors that can impact the viability of cattle pregnancies. Some are within a producer’s control and...
Sustainable Farming
Balancing Stewardship and Profitability
For as long as farming has existed, those who have worked the land have utilized it to the best of their...
