Articles by Rebecca Kern-Lunbery
Artificial intelligence seems to have been a buzzword taking over many aspects of our society, from marketing to film and now even animal agriculture.
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4 reasons to manage weeds in your alfalfa stand
Weedy alfalfa stands can reduce nutritional value and forage quality as well as have the potential to cause real livestock health concerns through nitrates or other toxins.
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Understanding protein fractions on a forage report
If we understand the protein fractions within our forages, we can ensure livestock requirements are met and improve performance.
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The physiology of pasture bloat
There is no number on a forage report that can tell you a stand is “safe” from bloat risk, but smart management can help reduce that risk.
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A banker’s perspective for farming operations
For our ag operations to be successful and sustainable well into the future, we need to understand our resources.
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Hesitation about NIRS evaluation of grass forages
Not only are NIRSC calibrations accurate for the evaluation of grass-type forages, but they successfully combine warm- and cool-season grasses, eliminating the need for separate calibrations.
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Corn silage for beef cows: Nutrient considerations
Corn silage is highly variable, especially when produced under drought conditions. Because of the corn grain component of this forage, it should be treated as a mixed feed.
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A personal brush with prussic acid poisoning
A dramatic brush with prussic acid poisoning motivated me to give producers some management advice to ensure a successful, nontoxic grazing season.
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Improve feed efficiency through feed management
Forage variability can be attributed to a host of factors – including growing conditions, fertilization protocols, cutting heights, cutting times and storage conditions.
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5 factors to evaluate horse hay
There is opportunity for horse owners to use hay analysis as a tool to improve their horses' nutrition.
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