Florida very seldom gets much snow at all, but freezing temps and snow are more likely in the northern parts of the state. In fact, most North Florida locales see temperatures drop below freezing at least once each year, according to Weather.com. When it’s time to determine which parts of your farm to use as outdoor […]
3 Major Factors to Consider When Picking a Winter Feeding Spot for Your Cattle
When deciding on which areas of your farm to use as outdoor winter pastures, or feeding areas, for your cattle there are lots of factors to consider in order to maintain the health and performance of your animals. If your feeding area is not well planned it could result in problems like soil erosion, soil compaction, excessive […]
Could Cattle Be a Weapon Against Raging Wildfires?
With the production of dairy and beef, cows play a critical role in feeding the nation. But could this bovine backbone of the food pyramid assist in protecting the country, too? With recent wildfires raging in states like California, Colorado, and Oregon, and ravaging millions of acres—in some cases decimating entire towns, climate change and […]
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 […]
Which STD Test Is Best for Your Cattle?
Which STD Test Is Best for Your Cattle? Trichomoniasis, or “trich,” is a sexually-transmitted disease that can cause an increase in infertility among your cows due to early embryonic death. The long-term effects of a spread within your herd can result in major economic losses for your ranch. Testing is vitally important, but which test […]
