If you live in a cold climate or worry about your bees’ survival, it is essential to get them set up ahead of time. This includes having enough honey stored, slowing their metabolism down, and providing them with plenty of …
When planning a picnic or enjoying your garden, bees can be an annoying annoyance and even dangerous pest. Here are a few methods for keeping them away from food outdoors. First, choose your location wisely. Steer clear of colors that …
When feeding your chickens, it’s essential to know what type of feed they require. Layers require a specific diet with protein, calcium and other essential nutrients for strong egg shells. Kalmbach Feeds(r) all natural layer crumbles are made with premium …
Alfalfa hay is an excellent source of protein for cows during the winter months. Not only does it keep cattle healthy and weight gain is encouraged, but it may even aid calf production. Alfalfa hay is more energy-rich than other …
Protein Protein is an essential element of any animal’s diet. It provides nitrogen that fuels rumen microbes’ growth, proliferation and digestion of forage fiber components. Protein can provide essential nutritional value to animals while helping them stay active throughout their …
Wheat can be an excellent source of energy for cattle. However, it should be fed with caution to prevent digestive upsets. A Missouri study has demonstrated the nutritional benefits of wheat silage for beef cattle. It can serve as an …
Making homemade organic chicken feed is an excellent way to have control over what your hens eat and give them a healthier diet. Five essential building blocks of a healthy feed for chickens are carbs, fats, proteins, minerals and vitamins. …
Pumpkin patches are in full swing during the autumn as a way to celebrate Halloween. Unfortunately, many pumpkins are then forgotten and left to rot in their fields. To reduce their environmental footprint, some dairy farmers are feeding their cows …
Autumn is the time to get bees prepared for winter by feeding them a syrup solution made up of sugar and water. Bees store honey during fall and winter to stay warm. Without proper care, your bees could succumb to …
Feed lot cattle are confined livestock that receive a high-protein diet to fatten them up for slaughter. They form an integral part of Iowa’s livestock production. Feedlots are highly-contained systems with extensive infrastructure, feeding, medical and labor costs. Profitability is …