The milk of the dairy cow is a valuable food source for animals and humans. It is a complex mixture of nutrients, including fat. Dairy milk production is dependent on a number of factors such as feed, climate, accommodation, species …
Chickens require a balanced diet of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, minerals and vitamins in order to be healthy and productive. There are several different types of feed available on the market. Each type serves a specific purpose and should be chosen …
Brewers grains are a nutritious feed ingredient that can be fed to dairy cows and beef cattle. When used as a supplement during milking time, they can increase milk production by over 20 percent. The protein content of brewers grain …
During autumn, honey production naturally slows down and bees need extra stores for winter. Without sufficient stores, your bees can starve to death – especially during the coldest nights. To help keep your bees strong through the winter, you can …
When bees are unable to obtain adequate pollen, nectar or water, they can deplete their food stores. This depletion can result in a decline in overall colony health and growth. In such cases, beekeepers can provide a source of nutrients …
A chicken feed mix is a formula that contains all the essential components that are needed to maintain the health and well-being of your flock. It consists of a combination of protein, carbohydrate, fat, minerals and vitamins. This mixture can …
Queens are raised by honey bee colonies in special queen cells. These are near vertical, peanut-shaped beeswax cells with an opening that faces downwards. These queen cells are built only when required – when a queen is swarming or when …
The Perdue brand has launched a new set of commercials starring Jim Perdue, a flock specialist and a nutritionist. The ads, airing nationally, feature herbs like thyme and oregano. The company takes a serious stand against antibiotics. Its no-antibiotics ever …
If you’re a cattle farmer, then you know that feed is the most expensive component of your operation. That means that you’re always looking for ways to cut costs and make more money. One way that cattle farmers do this …
Fodder is a great way to keep livestock healthy during drought or when supplemental feed is expensive. It’s also a very frugal and natural way to get your animals their daily nutrition. The basic idea is that you soak grains …