Archives for Farm Help - Page 2
Playing it Cool
Keeping livestock comfortable in the summer There’s no doubt about it, it has been hot here in the Ozarks this summer. While it’s easy to get caught up in your…
Are Fixed Rates Right for Me?
Fixing interest costs can help reduce uncertainty in variable costs Recent activity by the Federal Reserve has been driving an increase in short-term interest rates. Since the middle of 2016,…
Succession Planning
Plan now for the future of your farm No one wants to think about their own mortality but, unfortunately, it’s something that we must deal with and plan for. Farmers…
Pasture Woes
Producers are seeking alternatives to pasture Several areas of Missouri, Arkansas and Oklahoma are experiencing a drought, and there’s no relief from the dry weather expected in the immediate future.…
Recognizing Pneumonia
Calves are at risk for respiratory disease in the summer months When calving season finally ends, producers tend to rest a little easier. Through this typically uneventful period of time,…
The Affects Magnesium
Magnesium is a critical part of proper nutrition in livestock Magnesium is a major mineral, meaning it is required in greater amounts and dietary requirement is typically reported as a…
More Cattle on Less Pasture
If managed correctly, producers can get more from pastures No more land is being made, so it’s important for farmers to utilize the space they’ve got. One way producers can…
Keeping it Fresh
The benefits of providing fresh, clean water to livestock Many livestock producers use ponds to provide water to their animals. While a farm pond has the benefit of providing somewhere…
The Affects Magnesium
Magnesium is a critical part of proper nutrition in livestock Magnesium is a major mineral, meaning it is required in greater amounts and dietary requirement is typically reported as a…
Keeping it Fresh
The benefits of providing fresh, clean water to livestock Many livestock producers use ponds to provide water to their animals. While a farm pond has the benefit of providing somewhere…