Leveraging beef industry resources to increase impact
BRODNAX, VA – Ten years ago, Terry and Andrea Grech bought an old dairy farm in Brunswick County and (more…)
Gearing up for cattle traceability
Mandatory traceability has been a sore subject among cattle producers for a long time. Some believe the electronic (more…)
The only sheep dairy in the Hudson Valley
“We produce a seasonal dairy product, which is really something for a lot of customers to wrap their heads around. (more…)
New ideas for grain bin safety
Despite training farmers and first responders about the risks of going into grain bins, serious incidents occur (more…)
Silvopasture: Long-term profitability
It’s no question that silvopasture systems can be beneficial to the land, farmers and animals. But what do farmers need (more…)
PaddockTrac informs graziers and climate-smart marketplace
Developed by researchers at the University of Missouri (UM), PaddockTrac is an ATV-mounted sensor that measures (more…)
Ms. Agvocate is educating about farm life
Growing up on her family beef farm, Lindsey Jacobs knew she was destined to work in the ag industry. Church View (more…)
Chicken psychology
Dr. Richard Blatchford, associate poultry specialist, Center for Animal Welfare, UC-Davis, believes it’s important for (more…)
NH Ag Professionals Day: Communications and updates
The New Hampshire Ag Professionals Day, put on by the UNH Extension, is an opportunity for ag service providers to (more…)
Crop Comments: Early Corn Chopping Well Under Way
Most Northeast haymakers were less than satisfied with their 2024 first cuttings’ quality. At most locations, perennial (more…)
Keeping organic milk clean
Providing the best quality milk to customers is the dairy farmer’s goal. However, there’s a constant battle with (more…)
Calf barn requirements for healthy calves
There are various ways to house calves on a farm, but not all options are ideal for their health and comfort. (more…)
Crop Comments: Whimsical Growing Degree Doses Hurt First-Cut Quality
My sister, who lives in central Ohio, very recently told me that her vicinity, from June 1 – Aug. 31, received approximately (more…)
Heritage breeds at Hog Haven Farm
In the town of Goochland, VA, Robert Staples and Verde Shaffer own and operate a 23-acre pork farm called Hog Haven. Ten (more…)
Add working with a DMO to your to-do list
Most states have destination marketing organizations (DMOs) focused on promoting regional tourism opportunities. (more…)
