Bee Themed Treats

Bee themed treats are a great way to celebrate the day without breaking the bank. The most popular bee-themed treats include Jelly “bee-ns,” Lemon Drop Bees, and Oreo balls! There are so many ideas to choose from that it’s hard …

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Benefits of Alfalfa Hay For Cows

While the wilting process of alfalfa hay is not a good idea, it is still better than no feed at all. While cows that eat the same type of pasture are more likely to bloat, reducing the amount of soluble …

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Purina Range Cubes For Cattle

Purina Range Cubes For Cattle

Purina’s range cubes for cattle can help supplement your cattle’s diet. Its nutritional blend helps balance the nutritional deficiencies of native grasses, improved grass hay, and low-quality forage. The four-square-breeder 20-6 is a 20% cube supplement. The four-square-cube mix is …

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Alpaca Favorite Treats

To make alpaca treats more tasty, try cutting up or shredding them. Because alpacas have only lower teeth, you must cut them into pieces that are small enough for them to chew on. A variety of fruit and vegetable pieces …

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Alpaca Feeders

An alpaca feeder is an excellent way to provide fresh hay to your animals. Hay-savers are constructed of heavy-duty, hand-welded reinforced steel that are extremely strong and durable. They can be made in any size, and take anywhere from one …

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What Do Leaf Cutter Bees Eat?

What do leaf cutter bees eat? It is not clear. But it appears they do not consume leaf material directly, but use it as nest material. When the bee builds a nest, it uses leaf material as the lining. The …

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Nutrient Requirements of Dairy Cattle

Nutrient Requirements of Dairy Cattle

Several sources discuss the nutritional needs of dairy cattle, including the National Research Council’s publication Nutritional Requirement of Dairy Cattle and the scholarly journal Nutritional Ecology of Ruminants. The publication, which was compiled by Peter Van Soest, includes factsheets prepared …

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