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The Nutritional Needs of New Moms
Cows must maintain their condition, as well as provide for their calf, so proper nutrition is key When a cow has a calf, her nutritional needs change. She is now…
The Nutritional Needs of New Moms
Cows must maintain their condition, as well as provide for their calf, so proper nutrition is key When a cow has a calf, her nutritional needs change. She is now…
DNA Testing in Livestock
DNA testing is quickly becoming the norm The livestock industry has grown by leaps and bounds over the last decade, and it continues to progress. One of the ways the…
The Benefits of Vaccinations
Keeping livestock healthy and productive begins with a vaccination protocol Animal health plays a huge role in the success of a farm or ranch. Healthy animals are happier, cost less…
Are They Struggling?
Knowing the signs of a weak calf early can make the difference between life or death If an animal is weak or sick, especially a young calf that is already…
Winter Stress Concerns
Livestock owners should remember to provide some comfort to animals in the winter months With winter settled in across the Ozarks, producers should be aware of potential cold stress issues.…
Give Pastures Some TLC
Frost seeding can help boost spring forage production The 2018 drought took its toll on pastures all around the Ozarks – thankfully, the rains did come back, but many farms…
What’s on the Horizon?
New technology expected to have a great impact on animal agriculture In today’s day and age, new technology seems to appear around every turn. Luckily for those in the agriculture…
What Could Your Feed Be Missing?
Producers are reminded to know the nutritional needs of their livestock before buying feed or supplements Knowing what is in a bag (or silo) of livestock feed is imperative to…
Give Pastures Some TLC
Frost seeding can help boost spring forage production The 2018 drought took its toll on pastures all around the Ozarks – thankfully, the rains did come back, but many farms…