Protein vs. Energy / Testing Nutrient Levels No one likes to feed hay. But winter months often dictate that you feed a round bale or two to keep your herd satisfied. Because hay quality can vary, making the investment to have your hay tested can ensur …
Good livestock producers are great grass managers first. And fall is an ideal time to increase the production of cool-season pastures on your farm. Traditional means would have you applying commercial fertilizer to support the soil’s N, P and K needs …
If you have nagging weeds in your pasture, fall is a great time to knock them out and get them under control. During winter, a weed’s root system is transferring sugars to prepare for growth in the spring—stockpiling the nutrients it will need in the …
Flourishing pastures don’t just happen overnight. A thriving pasture with nutritious forage for your herd takes commitment and a lot of planning. As we head into the heart of summer, now is a good time to look ahead at what your pastures will need th …
There is a lot of time, money and sweat equity put into raising good quality hay. While it may seem simple enough – pray for rain and then some sun, cut and bale at the right time and all is well… if only. There are many details and decisions t …
As pastures start to flourish in late spring, so can pesky weeds. If left to nature’s course, weeds can eventually take over your green pastures, leaving your herd to rummage for enough quality forage to stay fed. But with proper pasture manage …
Spring is filling the air as birds chirp, cattle graze and new life springs up all around. But don’t forget, the dog days of summer are just a few months away, and as cattle producers, that means grass quality will likely diminish. We know the need f …
When it comes to spring grazing, the saying, “April showers bring May flowers,” could very well be restated to be, “April showers bring soil compaction, unless care is taken.” We love to see those rolling green hills for our herds, and with a bit of p …
