Livestock and Forages

Coping with High Fertilizer Costs in Forage Systems

Management practices are crucial in determining forage production and quality in forage systems. Among them, fertilization is essential to supply nutrients needed by plants. Over the past decades, the fluctuation of costs of fertilizers has elevated the importance of improving nutrient use efficiency while also seeking alternative strategies to reduce off-farm inputs into forage systems. […]

Farmers Don’t Take Snow Days

The pandemonium at the bread and milk aisle must mean we are due for some wintery weather and milk sandwiches. At the time of this article, forecasts call for snow, ice, and long periods of sub-freezing temps. While this is not uncommon for our area, we have a few more precautions than your average homeowner […]