Growing Issues
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Fall assessment allows time for fall tillage and alternative cropping strategies before fall fertilizations and spring herbicides are applied.
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The unseen expense of weed competition
How to identify and estimate hidden farm costs to increase profitability.
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How NRCS programs help producers improve grazing lands through conservation practices
NRCS programs such as EQIP and CSP do more than just throw money at land issues. NRCS conservationists work with producers every step of the way to make improvements that benefit your land now and for years to come.
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Poisonous plants that threaten livestock operations
Poisonous plant infestations can make grazing public and private lands challenging; it's crucial to identify possible problem plants in your grazing area and know the signs and symptoms of animals exposed to these plants.
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A growing concern for fescue toxicosis within the dairy industry
The impact of fescue toxicosis on dairy production is a growing concern for producers who utilize fescue in grazing pastures.
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Emerging alfalfa threats and how to beat them in 2024
In looking ahead to the 2024 growing season, the panelists provided some helpful guidance on which pests alfalfa growers should be aware of.
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Identify toxic plant issues on your next walkabout
Beware of toxic plants that cause abortions in younger animals and know where to look for them.
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Preview feeds’ future with the power of data
Reviewing tracked data from what has been harvested can give us a better idea of what to prepare for when we begin feedout.
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Embracing failing wheat acres
With winter approaching, it may be hard to watch the weather destroy your winter wheat crop. Being prepared and having a backup plan may save your sanity.
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How did the 2023 alfalfa seedings survive the summer?
There are economic benefits to turning over low-yielding stands and taking legume credits and rotational benefits rather than keeping the low-yielding field.
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