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 …
How to help your pasture transition out of winter for a productive spring. It’s that time of year—the sun is feeling warmer and the tips of daffodils and crocuses are beginning to pop up out of the soil. The hope of spring is in sight! Green is just a …
It may not seem like it yet, but spring is right around the corner. And when the temps start to fluctuate, it’s time to take advantage of nature and frost-seed your clover. At this point of year, the freezing and thawing soil works the seedling into …
As we head into the depths of winter, caring for your herd’s nutritional needs can be tricky. Just like us, when temperatures drop, animals use up more stored energy to keep warm in order to survive the elements. This translates to higher nutritional …
Many Missouri pastures took a bit of a beating this summer, especially in the southwestern portion of the state. The lack of moisture this year left most of the state running from abnormally dry to extreme drought levels. Fortunately, some heavy autu …
