Impacts of Hot, Dry Conditions on Breeding Cycles
Heat stress can decrease estrus cycles, decrease sperm counts
The stress of summer heat can negatively affect cattle in a variety of ways. The long...
Factors Impacting Sale Prices
Types of calves, weaning status can impact what producers receive
It’s no coincidence that producers who do their homework, build relationships with local sale barn...
Pasture Drought Recovery
Some forages should recover from dry conditions, others will not
Drought conditions are plaguing much of Southern Missouri and parts of Northern Arkansas with only...
The Power of Credit
When used properly, credit is a valuable tool for farmers and ranchers
We all live and work in a world influenced by money and credit....
Protect Your 2024 Hay and Pastures
Details to assist producers to put a risk management plan in place
Persistent drought conditions continue to be a source of stress for producers, but...
The Case for Crossbreeding
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....
Multispecies in a Rotational Grazing System
The advantages and drawbacks to grazing different species together
The exercise of diversifying farming operations to boost financial security has long been a well-received practice....
White Muscle Disease
Prevention and treatment of the disease in sheep and goats
White Muscle Disease (WMD) strikes in all breeds of sheep and goats. The degenerative muscle...
Selling Sheep and Goats
Pinpointing optimal market strategies for small ruminants
The demand for small ruminants continues to trend in an upward trajectory in the United States. The positive...
Assessing Forage Quality
The value of collecting hay samples and utilizing the results
It’s that time of year when producers are getting their hay cut, baled and stored....
