Articles Tagged with ''winter''
Winter forage management means business strategy
While we all get anxious during the winter months and feel as if there must be something we can do out in our fields, preparing a good strategy for the upcoming growing season may just be the most proactive thing to do.
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4 steps to safer winter cattle handling
Winter can be a tough season to navigate, but planning ahead, preparing cattle and facilities, providing the right nutrition and taking safety precautions can make it easier.
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Frost seeding: The low-input option for pasture improvement in 2023
Frost-seeded pastures need to be grazed on a timely basis during the spring and early summer to allow light penetration into the forage canopy.
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Don’t let the cold weather bite
Tips for preventing cold stress, hypothermia and frostbite for your family and employees as temperatures drop this winter.
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Preparing your natural ventilation system for winter
Tips for winterizing your farm’s ventilation system include inspecting curtains and panel systems, cycling sidewall ventilation, checking electrical components of the ventilation controller and reviewing ridge ventilation.
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Safety considerations for working in the cold and driving in winter
Take extra precautions when driving vehicles and farm equipment on snow and ice.
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Prepping your barn for winter
Areas of the farm to consider when preparing for winter include buildings, tractors, equipment and animals.
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