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The conference is a collaborative effort of Iowa State University Extension, University of Illinois Extension, University of Minnesota Extension and University of Wisconsin-Extension.

It’s time to start checking your alfalfa fields for any injury. Penn State forage management expert Jessica Williamson explains what to look for and how to evaluate your alfalfa crop for any damage.

Poor weather conditions have lowered sugar beet production, leaving cattle producers to find alternative energy sources. Learn about options to consider.

While it can be frustrating, it’s important to assure consumers there is not a milk shortage.

Breed selection, genetic composition of dairy herds, feeding practices and so on are potential influences of component trends.

Learn how a precision feeding system of highly digestible feed sources can reduce daily ration costs and minimize manure output.

While many dairies think they are held hostage to the announcement milk price, this is not always the case.

It’s no secret the 2019 corn silage season was challenging. Understanding the conditions during the growing season can help producers manage expectations for the resulting feed and properly balance rations.

Wet growing conditions and short harvest windows during the 2019 season may have resulted in harvesting at higher moisture levels, which can increase the risk of a clostridial fermentation.

The objective when collecting a silage sample for laboratory analysis is to safely obtain a representative sample of all silage that will be fed. Check out the eight steps to collecting a quality sample.