West Texas Livestock

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

When people hear ‘grass tetany,’ they usually think of spring – lush grasses, green pastures, and cows grazing happily. But tetany can sneak up on you even in winter when you feed your cows hay or silage. However, it can also happen when cattle are fed harvested forages like silage or hay. Grass tetany is […] The post How to actually prevent grass tetany in winter appeared first on West Texas Livestock Growers.

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Western FarmPress

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Sunflower Extra: Market outlooks and production forecast for 2025 growing season.

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Organic Farming Research

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

As his internship with the OFRF comes to an end, Dakota Moore reflects on the experiences and lessons that have shaped him as a farmer, advocate, and organic professional. From supporting cutting-edge research to presenting in webinars, his internship has been "a transformative journey, equipping me with the tools to revitalize my family farm and pursue a career advancing sustainable agriculture.

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Western FarmPress

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Many Christmas tree farms open to the public the day after Thanksgiving, known as the industry's Green Friday. Tree farmer Jan Peery, Tanglewood Christmas Trees, provides eight tips for picking out and caring for the perfect tree.

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Agwired

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

After a fake news rumor late Friday naming a former U.S. Senator from Georgia, President-elect Donald Trump on Saturday nominated Texas native Brooke Rollins, president and chief executive officer of the America First Policy Institute , to become the 33rd U.S. Secretary of Agriculture. “As our next Secretary of Agriculture, Brooke will spearhead the effort to protect American Farmers, who are truly the backbone of our Country,” said Trump in a statement , adding that her “commitment

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Western FarmPress

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Bow Creek Chronicles: In the new year, our lives on the farm probably need a little decluttering. Take these three tidbits of advice to eliminate litter from life on the farm.

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