Tag: livestock
Plenty of options for grazing systems
The grazing management system on your farm should focus on both the animals and the plants.
Energizers and your grazing system
The ability of an electric fence to keep livestock in and predators out is determined by what type of fence you have, the energizer and proper grounding.
Stay alert for natural threats to livestock
There are natural challenges that livestock owners can't control. The best defense against these threats from nature is to know what you are up against.
Animal Agriculture Alliance board names CEO
The Animal Agriculture Alliance board of directors has announced Hannah Thompson-Weeman has been named the organization's new president and CEO.
What farmers need to know about FDA guidance ending OTC antibiotics
Beginning in June 2023, farmers won’t be able to buy any over-the-counter antibiotics for their animals. This will be a big change for farmers, many of whom are accustomed to doing much of their own veterinary care.
Fence livestock out of a streams before it’s mandatory
The days of allowing livestock to have full access to streams are numbered as more regulations are set and the importance of clean water is emphasized
Asian longhorned tick suspected in cattle deaths in southeast Ohio
There are a lot of unknowns with the invasive Asian longhorned tick. However, some evidence has suggested they could be a new threat to cattle producers.
New ‘boos’ the perfect cure for winter doldrums
Instead of spending February making bottles and washing the diapers of two cute baby goats, Eliza Blue will be chasing a super stinky baby daddy around.
Keep livestock protected in extreme cold
There are a few precautions we can take to keep livestock protected during frigid winter temperatures.
Ohio advises poultry owners to protect flocks from unknown illness
With recent reports of sick and dying songbirds in Ohio and surrounding states, hobby and backyard poultry owners should take steps to protect their flocks.
