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Monthly Archives: June, 2014

Happy July Fourth

A little video starring one of our pasture pals…. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vobE2XKvTWg?hl=en_US&version=3&w=560&h=315]

Daredevil Farming

Accidents happen. And they make you consider why you farm.

Why Our Incredibly Popular Farmers Market Food Truck Failed

Forrest says, "We need a word for: 'Giving a dream a try, realizing it isn’t the right fit, and gracefully stopping before the dream explodes.' Here he describes a venture that made him realize just because it's successful, doesn't mean you're doing what you should be doing.

The $200 Cover Crop Bump

Jeff Rasawehr (pronounced "Raise -a- veer") farms 1500 acres in West Central Ohio, raising corn, soybeans, wheat, hay, and some beef.  His goal is to...

How to Install an Electric Poultry Fence

It's quick and easy and protects your poultry from predators. Here's how to put up an electric fence for poultry, and how to test to make sure it's working. The same technique works for goat/sheep netting, so check it out even if you don't want to fence in chickens.

Recipes for What Everyone Says They Want For Dinner

I know! Don't you wish these recipes existed?!  And of course the leftovers from these dishes are so delicious too! By Hilary Price, Rhymes With...

Soil Balancing: Does It Work?

Soil balancing, or BCSR, and William Albrecht have a big following, and you'd think that that many people couldn't be wrong. But it turns out, this theory just doesn't hold up and is costing folks time and money they could better use elsewhere.

Livestock Foraging Behavior: It may not be what you think!

Understanding how animals choose what to eat, based on learning and how their bodies work, will help you see why your animals are eating what they're eating and give you a leg up on figuring out how to help them do more for you.

The Case of the Missing Corn Plant(s)

It costs a lot to get your crops in the ground. So when they don't come up in uniform, tidy rows, it's not just an issue of good-looking fields, it's a money matter. Here are some ideas about what may have gone wrong.

You Can Leave the Rototiller in the Barn Next Spring If You Start Planning Now

Whether you're planting for customers, or just for you and your family, here's how you can get the soil benefits of growing no-till veggies.

Should I Irrigate My Pastures?

Water can make more forage, but what's the cost? Here are some tips to help you decide if you want to irrigate so that you can prep for this summer's heat.

Temple Grandin’s Response to Analysis of Her Handling Facilities Design

Dr. Temple Grandin shares her thoughts about the Stockmanship Journal's analysis of her handling facilities design.

Once Bitten

Lyme disease - It's a scary thing! Here's a cautionary tale from the Grass Whisperer about his tick encounter, along with information about how ticks manage to dig themselves in, and how quickly you need to remove ticks to reduce your chances of getting diseases from them. You'll also find out if it works to trade grazing information to cover your tick health care costs.

Jazz For Cows

The New Hot 5, a U.S.-based jazz band is also popular with cows! [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXKDu6cdXLI] And here's the link for tablet users. 🙂

How To Direct Market Your Beef

If you've been thinking about direct marketing your beef, here's a great resource written by an Arizona rancher that will give you what you need to get started.

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