The person who originated the adage, “It beats a snowbank” may have been thinking about feeding corn stalk bales. However, like most forages there can be quite a bit of variability in nutritional value.
Poisonous plants are responsible for considerable losses in livestock although many cases go unrecognized and undiagnosed due to a lack of knowledge of which plants could be responsible.
It is a rough go for dairy farmers these days. While milk price has improved a little from the disastrous prices of a couple of years ago, the current price is very close to breakeven production costs for many dairy far
Knowing an animal’s weight, especially in the case of calves and heifers, is an important key to management. Proper medication dosing; ration balancing and delivery; and breeding decisions all depend on accurate weigh
Fats in rations are an important component of any ration. They serve as an energy source for maintenance, milk production, body weight gain and performance.
If you are considering round bales for silage storage, here’s a listing of the pros and cons to consider. Also get tips on when to cut and how to minimize losses when feeding.
