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2018 Texas Agricultural Custom Rates Report published
Report lists common rates for custom services. Have you ever wondered what the going rate is in your area for custom farm work like hauling hay or harvesting wheat? The Texas A&M AgriLife...
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69’s little steer couldn’t resist: Part 1
This was his second foray along the county road. He had to sample the succulent goods in spite of his mama’s warning. The newly-green right-of-way was just too much for 69’s little steer to resist....
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Scientists investigate mysteries of puberty in young female cattle
Puberty research in heifers may have human implications. Uncovering the mysteries of puberty in young female cattle has been the focal point of career research for Texas A&M AgriLife Research...
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Time to rate your cow’s hairdo
Hair scoring offers an early indicator of heat stress in cows. You score a cow’s body condition, but do you score her hair?University of Missouri Extension livestock specialist Eldon Cole says while...
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Rebuilding fences after flooding
Funding may be available to help, but keep a few things in mind regarding Nebraska's fencing law. After this spring's blizzards and flooding, fence rebuilding is a priority for many livestock...
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Jerry Ray named Tennessee Farmer of the Year
Ray raises corn, wheat, soybeans, hay and more than 1,400 head of stocker cattle. Jerry Ray of Tullahoma, Tenn., started farming 45 years ago on just 45 acres that once belonged to his grandfather....
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Jerry Ray named Tennessee Farmer of the Year
Jerry Ray raises corn, wheat, soybeans, hay and lots of cattle — more than 1,400 head of stocker cattle. Jerry Ray of Tullahoma, Tennessee, started farming 45 years ago on just 45 acres that once...
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69’s little steer couldn’t resist: Part 2
An honest effort at keeping the 69 pair from tearing through another fence. (Part 2 of the tale of 69 and her steer.) 69 was a tall, gray Charolais crossbred cow who was more than capable of scaling...
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Planting summer annual forages after failed wheat crop
A full soil moisture profile and a wet weather forecast may make conditions favorable for forage production. According to USDA numbers, hay stocks for the U.S. were the second lowest they have been...
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Tips to apply summer manure rounded up
Ask a CCA: Follow your manure nutrient plan for the best results. By Glen ArnoldIn my grandfather’s generation, summer was the most common time to apply manure. This was possible because wheat was a...
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Electric fencing saves money, controls weeds on pasture
Rotational grazing increases forage consumption to about two-thirds of the available forage. When left to their own devices, livestock can be picky eaters, says Dr. David Fernandez, Extension...
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Start protecting your horses from flies
Flies can cause diseases and summer sores in horses that can wind up costing you. For horses, flies in the barn are more than an annoying nuisance. They pose a risk of diseases such as strangles and...
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Michigan Cattlemen’s Summer Round-Up registration open
June event featuring educational sessions, awards banquet and tours set for June 20-22 in Clare. Cattlemen and women are gearing up for the Michigan Cattlemen’s Summer Round-Up and Education Series...
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Bringing overgrazed pasture back from the dead
Reseeding is often not enough: Restoring a pasture’s nutrient and pH balance can take a year or more. New landowners sometimes face a daunting challenge: How to make the most of newly-acquired pasture...
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Custom rates guide for hay operations
Here is information on what people charge for various tasks related to hay production. Custom hay mowing and baling are common in parts of Indiana where people have small patches of hay but don’t want...
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Carryover hay supplies tight with 2019 season off to slow start
Texas Crop and Weather Report – May 21, 2019 Texas’ carryover hay supplies are low, and production is off to a slow start due to spring rain delays, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension...
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Arkansas farmers move equipment, livestock to higher ground
Arkansas River levels are expected to hit record highs at some gauges. Governor directs National Guard deployment for river rescues. Farmers who work the Arkansas River’s fertile bottomlands were...
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Young Stockmen’s Academy learns about marketing
The 2019 class will meet again in September to tour beef and dairy operations across Kansas. Beef producers from across the state participating in the 2019 Kansas Livestock Association’s Young...
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Ranching for Profit workshop June 14
Register now to attend this workshop in White County, Ind., and learn about raising animals for profit. Indiana pasture owners and forage producers will learn how to transform pastures into businesses...
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Cattle under threat as bovine anaplasmosis re-emerges
Vector-borne anaplasmosis can be spread by ticks, flies and repeat use of tools. Bovine anaplasmosis, a vector-borne bacterial infection that causes often-fatal illness in cattle, is re-emerging as a...
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