USDA Grant Supports MSU Research into Dairy Cattle Heat Stress
USDA grant supports MSU research into dairy cattle heat stress Mississippi State researchers are developing new ways to mitigate heat stress in dairy cows—an issue that costs the industry approximately $1.5 billion in lost production—thanks to a $300,000 New Investigator Seed Grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture. Pictured from […]
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Identifying and Controlling Common Flies on the Dairy Farm
Protect Your Cattle: Identifying and Controlling Common Flies on the Dairy Farm Flies are more than just an annoyance on your dairy operation—they are a significant threat to the health and productivity of your cattle. With different species of flies spreading various diseases, causing stress, and reducing milk production, it’s crucial for dairy producers to […]
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Safety First: Considerations for Early Fall Manure Removal
Safety First: Considerations for Early Fall Manure Removal AMES, Iowa – As fall approaches, many farmers are evaluating the timing of their manure application. Ideally, ammonium-rich manures are applied when temperatures are cooler (50 degrees Fahrenheit and cooling) to increase the probability that applied nitrogen will still be in the upper soil profile next year […]
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