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 …
Winter forages are a great way to get the most productivity of your land. Mostly used as a cover crop option after corn or soybeans, winter forages can supply the nutrients and organic matter back into your soil and/or supply your livestock with exte …
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 …
Build it and they will come. That’s what some novice hunters may think when growing their own food plots… plant some turnips or alfalfa, and a big buck will be there. However, there is more to creating the ideal habitat for your next deer hunt than t …
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 …
Bugs Be Gone Do brown patches dappling your carpet of green have you down? And no amount of fertilizer, seeding or watering takes care of them? Unfortunately, those brown patches may not mean you have a nutrition or seed problem – they may mean …
