Cornstalks for Cow Feed is a No-brainer Oct 05, 2018 by Travis Meteer, University of Illinois The best way to utilize cornstalks is to graze them.
Still Time to Grow Forage Aug 28, 2018 by Travis Meteer, University of Illinois Hay prices continue to be elevated and burdensome on ration costs. Forage produced from fall covers could prove to be an extremely wise investment.
Inventory Stored Feeds Aug 20, 2018 by Travis Meteer, University of Illinois Currently, low hay supplies and overstocked pastures are commonplace in the Midwest. Limited forage availability is still a challenge for cattlemen.
The Power of Observation Jun 15, 2018 by Travis Meteer, University of Illinois Observation can help answer a lot of questions.
Haying Pastures Likely Not the Cure for Depleted Forage Supplies Jun 01, 2018 by Travis Meteer, University of Illinois When the weather is right and hay fields are mowed there will be many farmers looking over the fence at pastures as an opportunity to make more bales.
Focus on Getting Cows Bred Early in the Breeding Season Apr 20, 2018 by Travis Meteer, University of Illinois Just one missed cycle can add several dollars to the annual cost to keep a cow.
Stretching an Already Short Hay Supply Apr 11, 2018 by Travis Meteer, University of Illinois While we are waiting for Spring to wake up and replace this persistent winter weather with warm temperatures, many cattle owners are struggling to stretch an already short hay supply.
Colostrum: The Foundation of a Healthy Life for Calves Jan 02, 2018 by Travis Meteer, University of Illinois Growing pressure from the consumer to further reduce use of antibiotics in livestock production is a hot topic.
