Gearing up for cattle traceability
Mandatory traceability has been a sore subject among cattle producers for a long time. Some believe the electronic (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…)
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…)
Add working with a DMO to your to-do list
Most states have destination marketing organizations (DMOs) focused on promoting regional tourism opportunities. (more…)
Successfully navigating the farm financing process
Character still speaks loudly – which is never more apparent than when applying for financing. If you can convince your (more…)
Crop Comments: Late Summer Fertilizer Ingredient Status Report
Let’s examine current soil nutrient commodity prices. These prices come from research compiled by Jeff Cassim, general (more…)
NH 4-H Showmanship at the Hopkinton State Fair
A total of 20 New Hampshire 4-H members were part of a livestock show at the Hopkinton State Fair on Sept. 2. (more…)
Don’t get stuck
A 35-year-old dairy worker accidentally injected her leg with an unknown amount of a cephalosporin antibiotic. (more…)
