Whether your farming operation is located in the western portion of the country, the northeast, or in other areas of the U.S., it’s important to have a plan if and when severely dry conditions hit your pastures. Here are two tips to help your herds survive drought. Provide a Self-Fed Protein Supplement Drought can lessen […]
How Do I Start a Farmstead? 3 Things to Know
If you’re interested in starting your own farming operation here are a few things to keep in mind as you embark upon your new venture. Be Clear About Your Farming Needs You should map out the amount of acres you’ll need to meet your specific farming goals. For instance, you might need 30 to 35 […]
4 Practical Tips From a Cattle Handling Expert
Purdue University’s Ron Lemenager is an animal scientist and a cattle handling expert. His tips, from very practical advice to more nuanced insights about the behavior of cattle, can help you more safely and easily manage cattle on your farming operation. Reduce Shadows and Noise Shadows may confuse cattle, said Lemenager, according to Successful Farming […]
3 Key Things Every Farmer Needs to Know About Soil Health
3 Key Things Every Farmer Needs to Know About Soil Health Exactly what defines soil health? According to the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) soil health is “the continued capacity of soil to function as a vital living ecosystem that sustains plants, animals, and humans.” Whatever the nature of your farming operation may […]
More Tips on How to Improve Your Forage Harvest
When it comes to improving your forage harvest you can’t be equipped with too much info. From how to ideally operate your harvesting equipment, to how to efficiently produce and wrap bales of hay, here are more helpful tips for an improved forage harvest. Operate your harvesting equipment at the right PTO and ground speed […]
4 Tips to Improve Your Forage Harvest
Check out these four tips to enhance your forage harvest. Cut hay between 2.5 to 3 inches In most cases your forages should be cut between 2.5 to 3 inches to maximize the yield and longevity of your stand. If you cut to shorter heights you’ll get slightly more yield but experience a decrease in […]
More Americans Are Purchasing Food Directly From Farmers During the Pandemic
Food delivery services operated by local farmers across the nation are experiencing a surge in orders as an increasing number of Americans are choosing to buy food directly from farms amid the uncertainty of the coronavirus pandemic, according to a recent article from Politico. With ever-changing health concerns driving safety guidelines around the country—leading to […]
What Effects Can Trace Mineral Deficiencies Have on Your Cow Herd?
Without an appropriate mineral balance your herd may not perform up to expectations or could display negative effects, so mineral nutrition is critically important. You should take a very close look at your mineral program to see if changes need to be made to enhance the health and performance of your cattle. There are six […]
3 Major Ways Mineral Supplements Can Increase Performance in Your Beef Cattle
Experts at the Noble Research Institute, an Oklahoma-based organization of authorities in science, farming, and agriculture who help solve challenges faced by farmers and ranchers, offer these three ways that mineral supplements can help increase the performance of your beef cattle. Growth Performance Sodium (Na), potassium (K), and chlorine (Cl) are essential […]
More Advice on Cover Crops: Mistakes to Avoid
Planting cover crops requires an investment of time and money, and some farmers may be hesitant to plant them out of concern that mistakes will thwart their desired outcome and result in wasted money and effort. However, cover crops—which you typically grow between the harvest and the planting season of your cash crop, provide lots […]
