Farm Hands Gear Up for Spring Lambing Season
Vigilance and preparation are key to a profitable production system
Sheep farms across the region are preparing for the demanding breeding and lambing season that defines...
Are You Ready for Calving? A Cow-Calf Checklist.
Helpful management practices
Some cow-calf producers are in the middle of calving season while others are getting ready to begin. No matter if you started...
Photos Strengthen Farm Marketing
High-quality photos build professionalism and attracts buyers
To stay competitive and connected, farmers are learning that a camera can be just as valuable, a modern...
Probiotics In Your Herd
How important is it to your bottom line?
Probiotics, when used consistently and correctly, have proven to enhance animal health and productivity. Research suggests there...
Persistent BVD Carriers Drain Herd Profits
Protecting your herd from this hidden virus
Bovine Viral Diarrhea, or BVD, is one of the most persistent threats to herd health. Infected cattle carry...
Daily Disease Prevention Protects Your Herd
Setting your herd up for success
The most efficient way to keep a cattle herd healthy is through daily prevention, as stopping disease before it...
Embracing New Technology
Farmers push towards drones for more efficient farming
As drone technology advances, farmers are using them to cut cost and increase farm efficiency.
Austin Fruge, graduate...
A Balance Between Efficiency and Practicality
Total mixed rations could be an option for modern cattle feeding
Feeding cattle isn’t just about filling the bunk; it’s about delivering balanced nutrition in...
Understanding Insurance for Livestock
Cattle producers weigh Livestock Risk Protection coverage
As cattle prices continue to fluctuate and weather events impact feed availability, more livestock producers are turning to...
Producers Ready Calves for Winter
With winter cold arriving, calves face higher risks of illness and loss without proper preparation
Local livestock specialists are reminding producers to take extra steps...
