Hay barn fires are a real hazard
Hay fires are caused when bacteria in wet hay create so much heat that the hay spontaneously combusts. Learn how to monitor your haystack.
Stick to what you know to get through tough seasons
In other words, we cannot control the rain or weather, but we can make choices about our management no matter what nature brings our way.
Perennial weeds can indicate soil health problems in pastures
Learn how to determine pasture health by taking stock of what perennial weeds are naturally growing in it.
Test soil for better forage production
Soil testing provides more information to farmers so they can ensure their fields are healthy, productive and can support the land usage.
Vegetative cover under solar panels
Instead of leaving the surface uncovered under solar panels, learn about several options that have environmental and economic benefits.
Are spring onions a food or foe for goats?
Livestock species have different tolerances to onions. Sheep and goats have the highest tolerance with beef having the lowest.
Be aware of spring grazing dangers
It is tempting to look out into the pasture, see a field of green, and let the animals out to start grazing, but there are two types of danger to consider.
A mineral program is key to grazing
Having a balanced mineral program in place is important throughout the year as minerals are involved in most if not all metabolic functions of livestock.
Time to check your fence line
Keeping nuisance weeds out of the fence line is valuable to the structure of the fence and keeping the livestock safe.
Selecting forages for new spring seeding
Choosing a forage that is adapted to the conditions of your pasture may be more effective than adapting your pasture to fit an appealing forage.
