Back to Basics
Getting back to the basics can help producers make long-term decisions
Farming is more than planting seeds and caring for livestock. It’s a livelihood that...
Inflation Concerns
How inflation impacts the ag community
Inflation is simply a general increase in the price level of an economy over time. As prices increase, each...
A Visit from the Banker
Farm visits are an opportunity to review financial and discuss capital needs
As an ag banker, one of the most informative and enjoyable requirements is...
How to Pass It Down
Reaching out to the experts may help you make the right decisions
How do we get the next generation to want to operate the family farm?...
Reducing Feed Costs
Strategies to decrease expenses without sacrificing production goals
Now more than ever, livestock producers are looking for ways to save on feeding costs. The increased...
Keeping Replacements from First-Calf Heifers
The pros and cons of retaining heifers from young cows
Most producers have probably heard it said from another farmer at some point – the...
What’s in Your Bale Yard?
Securing proper quality and quantity now for the winter months ahead
For many people, summer days are all about fun in the sun. But for...
Warts in Cattle
Causes, treatments and prevention of the lesions
Before turning into a worry wart over an outbreak of warts in their herd, producers can find some...
Testing Hay
How to determine nutrient quality in forages
The sight of a fresh-cut hayfield with tightly rolled bales dotting the pasture can bring feelings of satisfaction...
Should You Wean Early?
Factors to consider before pulling calves off cows
Whether or not producers should wean calves early falls into a category of debate among livestock experts....
