Tag: farm management
Read labels, consider type of weed when controlling weeds
Before spraying, it may be helpful do some investigation into what contributed to weed establishment and consider your pasture management techniques.
Managing forage stands damaged by fall armyworm
A severe fall armyworm outbreak developed across Ohio and neighboring states. FInd out what to do if your hayfields have been affected.
Different autumn weeds require different tactics
Weeds can get a strong foothold in the fall. Learn how to manage poison hemlock, spotted knapweed, common ragweed and chicory in your pastures.
Lessons learned from dog days of summer
A deep dive into a cow's production data to determine who has better genetics to manage heat stress can have long-term benefits.
Examining dairy production revenue, expenses and returns
Ohio State University Extension makes the Ohio Farm Business Analysis and Benchmarking Program available to Ohio dairy farmers.
How to control foxtails in fields
Learn how to control green, yellow and giant foxtails in their hayfield.
Bale grazing can increase nutrients in soil
Although bale grazing on pasture can lead to some wasted feed, it has a great potential to improve the forage production in the area it's implemented.
Using nutrient removal rates to improve forage
Learn more about nutrient removal rates and approaches that can be used to maintain and build adequate field fertility and calculate fertilizer needs.
Ready for life to throw a curve?
Take the time to consider how your farm business will handle the unexpected — death, disability, divorce, lawsuits, buying out a business partner and more.
Take forage inventory now and manage accordingly
Grazing decisions made now will impact regrowth next spring. There are several options to consider if you are on the short end of the forage supply.
