Tag: farm management
10 ways to increase dairy profitability
Herds of all sizes can make profitability a reality with increased focus on management, animal genetics, nutrition programs and overall efficiency.
Managing the stress of running a dairy farm
The financial stress of running a dairy farm continues to take a toll on your physical and mental health. Find out what you can do to manage the stress.
US, China postpone more tariffs
The USDA announced Feb. 22 that the Chinese government has committed to buy an additional 10 million metric tons of U.S. soybeans.
Enlist E3 soybeans available for 2019 planting
Corteva and MS Technologies have launched the triple-stack herbicide tolerant Enlist E3 soybeans across multiple seed brands in U.S.; available for 2019 planting.
When 9 degrees feels balmy…
While the weather has been strange and challenging this winter, it hasn't presented the challenges farmers faced during a particularly cold winter in 2004.
Dealing with compacted fields in Ohio, Pennsylvania
If your fields are severely compacted, it may be necessary to take action. Learn how to determine the best course of action based on your unique situation.
Pennsylvania honors dairy leaders
Pa. dairy leaders recently honored include Star Rock Dairy Inc.; Michael Hosterman, AgChoice Farm Credit; Alan Zepp, Center for Dairy Excellence; and Chuck Turner, Turner Dairy Farms.
Mixed trade news continues to stall grain markets
News is the life-blood of grain market traders, but traders continue to operate in the dark, as few USDA reports are being released. That means ‘news’ is just speculation.
Mud management will be key again in 2019
From creating ruts in pasture and crop fields to problems with livestock, mud can have a severally negative impact on your farming operations.
Gearing up for spotted knapweed
It may only be February, but it's time to start thinking about weed control in your pastures and prepare for combatting weeds in 2019.
