Fertile soil is vital for robust, healthy crops. Here’s how to tell if your soil is fertile enough, and what to do about it if it isn’t.
What To Consider When Planting Corn
Corn silage is the most important energy source in dairy rations in the US. The stover fraction of the plant provides mostly digestible fiber and physically effective fiber, which is essential for rumen health and function. The kernel fraction provides mostly starch, an energetic dense nutrient that boosts milk production.
Cover Crops and Silage Quality
Cover crops can improve silage quality and yields, but the benefits might not be as direct as you think.
Winter Safety Tips Around the Farm
We all know that there’s never an “offseason” on the farm. Even deep into the heart of winter, there is always work to do: Animals to feed, plans to make, paths to shovel.
Uncovering All the Benefits of Cover Crops
Cover crops expand your opportunities for success. A little extra work this year can pay off in numerous ways next season!
Prioritize Quality When Chopping Corn Silage
Don’t waste a good growing season by chopping your silage at the wrong time. Maturity at harvest is one of the biggest indicators of a successful crop. Here are some tips on how to know when to harvest your silage for maximum nutrition.
How Does the Heat Impact Your Pile?
Keeping silage cool when the heat is working against you.
Alfalfa Field Management Can Make All The Difference
You’ve selected your seed. You’ve decided on the inoculant you’ll use at harvest time. But what happens in between those events can make a huge difference in the success of your alfalfa fields.
Not All Strains Are Created Equally. Neither are inoculants.
A successful management plan for silage should include the use of a research-proven inoculant. But with so many options available, choosing that inoculant can be a daunting task. How do you know you’re using the right product for the task?
High Butyric Acid Means Low Nutrient Values
Butyric acid and clostridia go hand-in-hoof. But why are they bad, and how can we prevent them? Read on!
Choosing Wisely: Why your choice of corn hybrid makes a huge difference
Choosing your corn hybrid can make a huge difference in your harvest. How do you know what hybrid is right for you?
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