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Minimizing the Neospora Threat by Using Serology in Beef Replacement Heifer Selection
Neospora caninum is one of the lesser-known causes of infectious reproductive failure in beef herds. It’s always possible for herds to encounter new Neospora infections in a given year, but in herds in which it’s already established, using Neospora serology can be one consideration in choosing replacement heifers.
Tribasic Copper Chloride Source Shows Promise in Weanling Pig Performance
One of the many challenges in swine production is getting newly weaned pigs off to a good start. Research has found that tribasic copper chloride supplemented into nursery pig diets can be effective at improving growth performance and intestinal health of weanling pigs.
Grain Overloads: A Possible Consequence of Cornstalk Grazing
Corn residues are a great source of winter feed, but in certain situations, cattle producers should be aware of the possibility of grain overloads, which can impact herd health.
Air Infiltration in Swine Barns
Air infiltration in large, confined swine operations has been an on-going problem for producers for many years. Regardless of technological advancements in building design and construction, unwanted air penetration continues to be a consistent problem.
Understanding Fan Performance Metrics and Variability
As we move into the summer season, it is important to check for proper function of fans in your operation. When selecting new or replacement fans, it is critical to evaluate the flowrate requirement at the static pressure you will be operating, compare the efficiency of fan options, and ask your equipment supplier for detailed performance specifications.
Corn Ear Rots and Stalk Rots: The Last Issues To Check for in Corn Before Combining
Before combining corn, it is recommended to scout your field for corn ear rots and stalk rots. It is important to scout corn fields for these two issues in order to make timely decisions on corn combining.
Basic Ventilation System Design for Pork Producers
Ventilation systems have the potential to maximize swine production with regard to animal growth and performance. Understanding the rationale behind their design can help any manager do the best job possible.
Avoiding Field Fires During Fall Harvest
With dry and drought conditions in the late summer and fall, crops dry down rapidly and harvest starts early. The climate outlook may be favorable for an uninterrupted run at harvest. However, the risk of fires during harvest is always a concern for farmers.
Autumn Blaze Maple
Autumn Blaze maple (Acer x freemanii ‘Jeffersred’) is probably the most popular of the Freeman cultivars. It forms a dense oval habit with ascending branches. Autumn Blaze has a rapid growth rate, is tolerant of droughty soils, hardy and it is able to grow on alkaline soils better than most other Freeman cultivars.
Use Caution When Fall Spraying Noxious Weeds in Pastures To Avoid Harming Desirable Plants
Noxious weed control is often a long-term process. In some cases, chemical application may be deemed necessary, but it should always be considered in the context of appropriate management and an integrated best management framework.