Cattle Industry News By Category: Feed/Nutrition/Forage
Thursday, June 13, 2013
Govts Announce New Research Chair to Focus on Forage
CANADA - Federal Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz and Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister Lyle Stewart announced funding of C$1.25 million over five years for the creation of a forage research chair at the University of Saskatchewan. ...
CANADA - Federal Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz and Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister Lyle Stewart announced funding of C$1.25 million over five years for the creation of a forage research chair at the University of Saskatchewan. ...
Weekly Roberts Market Report
US - It is good to be back from the crop tour. I saw plenty and talked to many, writes Michael T. Roberts....
US - It is good to be back from the crop tour. I saw plenty and talked to many, writes Michael T. Roberts....
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
Difficult to Anticipate Corn Production
US - The corn market appears to be having difficulty anticipating the likely size of the 2013 US crop. Over the past three weeks, December 2013 corn futures have traded from a low of $5.12 to a high of $5.735 as production expectations continue to unfold,...
US - The corn market appears to be having difficulty anticipating the likely size of the 2013 US crop. Over the past three weeks, December 2013 corn futures have traded from a low of $5.12 to a high of $5.735 as production expectations continue to unfold,...
Friday, June 07, 2013
Be Cautious of Autotoxicity When Developing Old Alfalfa Stands
CANADA - Although many plants produce chemicals to defend against pests, some give off chemicals that hinder other plant species, which is why farmers should be wary when developing old alfalfa fields. ...
CANADA - Although many plants produce chemicals to defend against pests, some give off chemicals that hinder other plant species, which is why farmers should be wary when developing old alfalfa fields. ...
The Price Paid for Less Drought in Oklahoma
US - Rains have addressed soil moisture deficits in much of eastern Oklahoma, this is good news for cattle on pasture as they have more access to surface water, but the an Oklahoma State University Specialist is warning that weed burden will be high this...
US - Rains have addressed soil moisture deficits in much of eastern Oklahoma, this is good news for cattle on pasture as they have more access to surface water, but the an Oklahoma State University Specialist is warning that weed burden will be high this...
Forage Focus: Rapid Hay Curing
US - Cutting excess pasture for hay is one tool to handle the rapid spring growth however, getting hay dry can be difficult, writes Clif Little, Ohio State University Extension in Guernsey County....
US - Cutting excess pasture for hay is one tool to handle the rapid spring growth however, getting hay dry can be difficult, writes Clif Little, Ohio State University Extension in Guernsey County....
Thursday, June 06, 2013
Cooperative Slammed After Farmers Left in Dire Forage Mess
INDIA – Cattle farmer’s unions have hit out against the Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Foundation (GCMMF) in response to emergency forage supplies not being issued to dairy farmers in Gujarat....
INDIA – Cattle farmer’s unions have hit out against the Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Foundation (GCMMF) in response to emergency forage supplies not being issued to dairy farmers in Gujarat....
Cut Drying and Speed Harvest With Baleage During Wet Summers
US - The 2013 hay season, with little sunshine and lots of rain, increases interest in making baleage, or silage in a bag, says Rob Kallenbach, University of Missouri Extension forage specialist....
US - The 2013 hay season, with little sunshine and lots of rain, increases interest in making baleage, or silage in a bag, says Rob Kallenbach, University of Missouri Extension forage specialist....
Wednesday, June 05, 2013
Cattle Farmers Told to Boost Forage Legumes For Sustainability
EU – Cattle farmers across the European Union have been instructed to look into ways of boosting forage legume production by a Copa-Cogeca official....
EU – Cattle farmers across the European Union have been instructed to look into ways of boosting forage legume production by a Copa-Cogeca official....
Forage Focus: Pay Attention to Hay Moisture
US - Baling hay when it is too moist can result in quality loss due to spontaneous heating, this compromises the goal of making hay to preserve forage. ...
US - Baling hay when it is too moist can result in quality loss due to spontaneous heating, this compromises the goal of making hay to preserve forage. ...
Tuesday, June 04, 2013
Extra Moisture Can Extend Grass Growth into Summer Slump
US - Rain makes grass grow. That's good for grazing livestock, but makes haying difficult....
US - Rain makes grass grow. That's good for grazing livestock, but makes haying difficult....
Monday, June 03, 2013
FAO/IFIF Feed Manual Published in Arabic
GLOBAL - The International Feed Industry Federation (IFIF) together with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) have launched the Arabic language version of the "Manual of Good Practices for the Feed Industry"....
GLOBAL - The International Feed Industry Federation (IFIF) together with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) have launched the Arabic language version of the "Manual of Good Practices for the Feed Industry"....
Friday, May 31, 2013
Victoria Farmer Demand Consessional Loans as Winter Follows Drought
AUSTRALIA – Farmers are calling for urgent delivery of AUS$420 million in concessional loans as fodder shortages arise with the arrival of winter....
AUSTRALIA – Farmers are calling for urgent delivery of AUS$420 million in concessional loans as fodder shortages arise with the arrival of winter....
Thursday, May 30, 2013
CME: Corn, Soybean Plantings Behind Schedule
US - USDA’s weekly "Crop Progress" report indicates that both soybean and corn planting remain well behind schedule and are both roughly at the level of 1993 — NOT a good comparison if one wants large crops, write Steve Meyer and Len Steiner....
US - USDA’s weekly "Crop Progress" report indicates that both soybean and corn planting remain well behind schedule and are both roughly at the level of 1993 — NOT a good comparison if one wants large crops, write Steve Meyer and Len Steiner....
BIOMIN Releases Latest Results of Mycotoxin Survey Program 2012
US - Since 2005, BIOMIN has been conducting extensive studies documenting the occurrence of mycotoxins worldwide. The BIOMIN Mycotoxin Survey Program 2012 details once again the distribution of mycotoxins according to their region of origin and commodity...
US - Since 2005, BIOMIN has been conducting extensive studies documenting the occurrence of mycotoxins worldwide. The BIOMIN Mycotoxin Survey Program 2012 details once again the distribution of mycotoxins according to their region of origin and commodity...
Wednesday, May 29, 2013
National Hay Report Shows Growing Concern
AUSTRALIA - As the temperatures cool off and pasture growth is becoming restricted concern over fodder supply for winter is increasing. In most of the key dairy regions across the country fodder is becoming very difficult to source of any type and quality,...
AUSTRALIA - As the temperatures cool off and pasture growth is becoming restricted concern over fodder supply for winter is increasing. In most of the key dairy regions across the country fodder is becoming very difficult to source of any type and quality,...
Focus Shifts to Soybean Planting Progress
US - The late start to the 2013 corn planting season has created concerns about the likely magnitude of planted acreage and likely yield potential, writes Darrel Good....
US - The late start to the 2013 corn planting season has created concerns about the likely magnitude of planted acreage and likely yield potential, writes Darrel Good....
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
Armyworms Eat Fescue Pastures and Hayfields
US - Armyworms, which can strip pastures and hayfields bare as they march across the landscape, have shown up in Missouri, warns a University of Missouri entomologist....
US - Armyworms, which can strip pastures and hayfields bare as they march across the landscape, have shown up in Missouri, warns a University of Missouri entomologist....
Ranchers Instructed to Keep an Eye on Expenses and Price of Corn
US - Keeping expenses in check and watching the price of corn were two discussion points before beef cattle producers attending the recent O.D. Butler Field Day at Camp Cooley Ranch....
US - Keeping expenses in check and watching the price of corn were two discussion points before beef cattle producers attending the recent O.D. Butler Field Day at Camp Cooley Ranch....
Monday, May 27, 2013
Report Looks at Feed Enzyme Market
GLOBAL - The global feed enzyme market is a fast growing segment of the feed additives market, according to a new report....
GLOBAL - The global feed enzyme market is a fast growing segment of the feed additives market, according to a new report....
Thursday, May 23, 2013
Scottish Dairymen Told To Precision Feed Heifers
SCOTLAND – Farmers not already doing so have been advised to put precision feeding at the top of their priorities by world renowned calf and heifer expert, Jud Heinrichs of Pennsylvania State University....
SCOTLAND – Farmers not already doing so have been advised to put precision feeding at the top of their priorities by world renowned calf and heifer expert, Jud Heinrichs of Pennsylvania State University....
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Corn, Soybean Prices Continue to Retrace 2012 Drought Rally
US - Corn and soybean prices rallied sharply beginning in July 2012 as US drought conditions unfolded. It was generally expected that prices would follow the pattern experienced in other "short crop" years, with prices peaking near harvest and then returning...
US - Corn and soybean prices rallied sharply beginning in July 2012 as US drought conditions unfolded. It was generally expected that prices would follow the pattern experienced in other "short crop" years, with prices peaking near harvest and then returning...
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Weekly Roberts Market Report
US - The general consensus in the pits is that corn acres will decline from original planting intentions, writes Michael T. Roberts....
US - The general consensus in the pits is that corn acres will decline from original planting intentions, writes Michael T. Roberts....
Monday, May 20, 2013
Philippines Exports Corn Feed Silage to South Korea
PHILIPPINES - The Department of Agriculture in partnership with corn industry groups recently sent an initial shipment of 24 metric tons (MT) of corn feed silage for cattle to Busan, South Korea. ...
PHILIPPINES - The Department of Agriculture in partnership with corn industry groups recently sent an initial shipment of 24 metric tons (MT) of corn feed silage for cattle to Busan, South Korea. ...
Friday, May 17, 2013
Anantapur Fodder Crisis Means Slaughter of Pregnant Cows
INDIA – Government fodder schemes to help sustain starving cattle during the summer heat have not materialised resulting in pregnant cattle being sent for slaughter in Karnataka....
INDIA – Government fodder schemes to help sustain starving cattle during the summer heat have not materialised resulting in pregnant cattle being sent for slaughter in Karnataka....
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Respond to Poor Spring Temperatures With Appropriate Fertiliser Plan
UK - The abnormally low soil temperatures earlier in the year have not only affected grass growth, but have also led to a poorer than anticipated response to nitrogen (N), making it essential to for farmers to review their nutrient management plans, according...
UK - The abnormally low soil temperatures earlier in the year have not only affected grass growth, but have also led to a poorer than anticipated response to nitrogen (N), making it essential to for farmers to review their nutrient management plans, according...
Monday, May 13, 2013
FAO Reports Strong Cereal Production and Food Price Rise
GLOBAL - New reports from the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) forecast strong cereal production this year with a new record expected for coarse grains. A second successive monthly rise in its Food Price Index was attributed to increasing prices...
GLOBAL - New reports from the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) forecast strong cereal production this year with a new record expected for coarse grains. A second successive monthly rise in its Food Price Index was attributed to increasing prices...
USGC Co-Products Conference Reassures Long Term Korean Customers of US Partnership
SOUTH KOREA - "The American agricultural system is astounding. We will overproduce again, you can bank on it," said Kelly Davis of the Renewable Fuels Association. During his presentation at a US Grains Council organized conference in South Korea, Davis...
SOUTH KOREA - "The American agricultural system is astounding. We will overproduce again, you can bank on it," said Kelly Davis of the Renewable Fuels Association. During his presentation at a US Grains Council organized conference in South Korea, Davis...
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