News
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Congressional battle over the farm bill and dairy policy continues
Published on June 28, 2013
The Senate passed a farm bill while the House voted one down. -
Dairy farmers looking for forages to replace alfalfa
Published on June 28, 2013
Many dairy farms across the Midwest are short of alfalfa. Finding an acceptable alternative forage will be a critical factor contributing to the success of dairy operations this next year. -
Dairy market update, June 2013
Published on June 28, 2013
Dairy market fundamentals are increasingly bearish in the near term but bullish in the longer term. -
Beef farmers looking for double crop planting to increase forage harvest
Published on June 28, 2013
Many beef farms across the Midwest have experienced difficulty harvesting high quality forage. Finding opportunities to double crop forages could help producing high quality forage. -
Soil Academy Phase II features nutrient stewardship practices
Published on June 27, 2013
Soil Academy Phase II is a nutrient management program focusing on 4R stewardship practices including how 4R fertilizer practices can be implemented to preserve the ecological integrity of the food system. -
Energizers for the grazing system
Published on June 27, 2013
Selecting the proper electric fencers for the grazing system is key to the success of the entire fencing system. -
Commodity market update webcast
Published on June 26, 2013
Current commodity market updates for grain and dairy available for viewing online. -
Forage cost of production has significant impact on 2013 hay prices
Published on June 26, 2013
Knowing production costs for forages helps producers set current prices in a turbulent hay market. -
Grounding the electric fence
Published on June 26, 2013
Proper grounding is extremely important when installing an electric fence, the fence energizer is only as effective as the grounding system that is installed with it. -
Observe cattle activity during breeding season
Published on June 26, 2013
Observing cattle activity during breeding season can improve breeding performance. Cows and bulls experiencing undesirable conditions during breeding season can result in reduced pregnancy rates.