Feed accounts for the biggest proportion of variable costs on a dairy farm. But that cost is often unnecessarily high because farmers fail to match silage quality to the needs of different stock ...

There have been some notable trends in fall and winter feed test results to date. Environmental factors during the growing season such as temperature, available moisture, and soil nutrients all ...

Feed costs are typically the largest component of annual cow costs in cow-calf operations. Total feed cost includes grazing cost, harvested forage and purchased supplemental feed. Producers can ...

As you reflect on the year ahead, have you accurately accounted for your forage supply? Learn how to start making assessments ...

The performance of growing calves on wheat pasture can by increased by providing a small amount of a concentrate supplement ...

To evaluate sorting, use a Penn State shaker box to measure TMR particle size. Sample the feed at delivery, a few hours after feeding, and again before the next feeding. A difference of more than 10% ...

Add in an extra month for safety in the event of a late spring turnout. For 30 autumn-calving cows that go to grass around 1 April, three months of silage feeding plus a one month safety net is ...

The new Pro G4 baler line has two models, each allowing for flexible bale sizes and features such as the 17-knife chopping ...

The Okanagan Valley's unique climate and ecology make it a crucial habitat for both year-round resident birds and winter ...