However, that’s not all optimistic, according to a number of outlooks for months ahead as presented by several weather forecasters. Of course, it’s common knowledge weathermen and women are wrong as ...

Researchers at Iowa State University are studying three grazing-friendly alfalfa varieties that can be interseeded with grass ...

Planting trees in pastures to provide shade for cattle has the potential to increase dairy and beef cattle productivity and improve the animals’ reproductive performance. This is demonstrated in ...

BROOKINGS, S.D. -- Winter feed represents one of the largest costs for a livestock production enterprise. One alternative to limit costs resulting from harvest and purchase of hay or feeding of hay is ...

Proper pasture management is important for good grass production and healthy animals. Grazing animals deposit manure on pastures and exercise areas. This manure will either be incorporated into the ...

The goal of the state's Cattle and Conservation Working Lands Program is to “convert non-productive land to productive land while also providing water quality benefits to the state of Iowa.” ...

SALISBURY — As we all know, the cost of farming just seems to keep increasing every year. From the high price of fuel, to the competitive prices of grain for ethanol, it seems that it’s an everyday ...

Managed grazing provides fresh forage and gives pasture a needed rest on this dairy farm near Culpepper, Va. Many years ago, the livestock on our farm consisted of a handful of cows and a couple dozen ...