Upgrading to automatic waterers on your operation is a big decision. But it can lead to substantial improvements in livestock health, pasture management and overall profitability. For many producers, the question isn’t if they should switch, but when. We talked … Read More
Water is the most important nutrient for your cattle. And like you, they prefer it clean and fresh. Ideally, cattle prefer water temperatures between 37°F and 65°F. But in winter, warmer is better. Cold water can chill the rumen, which … Read More
Brent Voss says hydration is the lifeblood of his cattle operation in Dexter, Iowa. And that’s why having the best cattle waterers available is so important to him. Since 1993, Voss has been raising a purebred Angus herd, now numbering … Read More
Consumers are increasingly interested in how their food is produced. They want to know who produces it, how animals are cared for and the impact on the environment. In a survey of 1,000 American consumers, 70% of respondents reported paying … Read More
As summer temperatures rise, it’s important to understand the impact of heat stress on your cattle — and what you can do to minimize it. We talked to Dr. Grant Dewell, a beef cattle veterinarian with over 30 years of … Read More
Water is a precious resource that is essential for all living things. It is startling that only 2.5% of the Earth’s water is freshwater and of that percentage only 1.3% is from surface water sources like lakes and rivers. Groundwater … Read More
“If you don’t like the weather in New England now, just wait a few minutes.” – Mark Twain Insert the name of your location above and this simple quote rings true for most of us throughout the country. The barn … Read More
Most horse farms practice continuous grazing, but more and more horse owners are discovering the benefits of rotational grazing. Even if you just have one acre, splitting your pasture into two grazing paddocks and rotating between them produces healthier and … Read More
Have you heard the expression “chicken math”? In a nutshell, chicken math is the addition to your flock in quantities and breeds beyond what you initially planned. However, this phenomenon is not just contained to chickens; homesteaders are just as … Read More
When it comes to tackling environmental issues in the cattle industry, Dave Petty of Iowa River Ranch near Eldora, Iowa, has always been one to grab the bull by the horns. Petty and his wife, Diane, are first-generation farmers who … Read More
