Cattle Industry News By Category: Feed/Nutrition/Forage
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
Using Banked Forage for Early Season Grazing
CANADA - With the recent long winter, on some farms and ranches hay supplies are short or completely used up. In some areas of the province, purchasing hay is not an option, so some producers are turning cows out on banked grass that was not grazed last...
CANADA - With the recent long winter, on some farms and ranches hay supplies are short or completely used up. In some areas of the province, purchasing hay is not an option, so some producers are turning cows out on banked grass that was not grazed last...
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....
Concentrate Purchases Up 25 Per Cent in Quarter 1 of 2013
UK - The combination of the fodder shortage and difficult production conditions experienced by beef and sheep producers in NI this spring resulted in a marked increase in the quantity of concentrates being purchased, write market experts at the Livestock...
UK - The combination of the fodder shortage and difficult production conditions experienced by beef and sheep producers in NI this spring resulted in a marked increase in the quantity of concentrates being purchased, write market experts at the Livestock...
Monday, May 20, 2013
Overcoming Breeding Challenges on Fescue Pastures
US - A large number of Kentucky beef producers have spring-calving cow herds that graze fescue pastures. ...
US - A large number of Kentucky beef producers have spring-calving cow herds that graze fescue pastures. ...
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...
Another Rise for Global Food Price Index
GLOBAL - The FAO Food Price Index moved up in April for the second consecutive month....
GLOBAL - The FAO Food Price Index moved up in April for the second consecutive month....
Friday, May 10, 2013
Maturity Determines Forage Quality
US - Of all the factors affecting hay quality, stage of maturity when harvested is the most important and the one in which greatest progress can be made, says Garry Lacefield, Kentucky Extension Forage Specialist....
US - Of all the factors affecting hay quality, stage of maturity when harvested is the most important and the one in which greatest progress can be made, says Garry Lacefield, Kentucky Extension Forage Specialist....
Wednesday, May 08, 2013
EFSA Gives Positive Opinion on Mycotoxin Biotransformation
EU - The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has adopted a positive scientific opinion on the safety and efficacy of Biomin BBSH 797. Part of the well-established Mycofix product line, this microorganism is capable of biotransforming trichothecenes...
EU - The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has adopted a positive scientific opinion on the safety and efficacy of Biomin BBSH 797. Part of the well-established Mycofix product line, this microorganism is capable of biotransforming trichothecenes...
Contented Cows Can Eat Weeds
AUSTRALIA – Cattle can be encouraged to experiment with their diet and even eat weeds, animal behaviour experts say....
AUSTRALIA – Cattle can be encouraged to experiment with their diet and even eat weeds, animal behaviour experts say....
Hay Your Freeze-Damaged Wheat To Minimise Losses
TEXAS – Wheat growers could look at baling/ensiling freeze damaged wheat and take advantage of high forage prices....
TEXAS – Wheat growers could look at baling/ensiling freeze damaged wheat and take advantage of high forage prices....
Taiwan Remains Reliable US Grain Customer
TAIWAN - Echoing sentiments expressed last fall at the US Grains Council's Export Exchange 2012, the Taiwanese feed industry reaffirmed their preference for US corn during meetings held in Taiwan late last month....
TAIWAN - Echoing sentiments expressed last fall at the US Grains Council's Export Exchange 2012, the Taiwanese feed industry reaffirmed their preference for US corn during meetings held in Taiwan late last month....
Russian Feed Sector Continues to Expand
RUSSIA - The Russian feed sector is continuing to develop rapidly, supported by strong growth in the livestock and poultry sectors and the introduction of new technologies and improved quality. Despite this, major weaknesses in the sector remain including...
RUSSIA - The Russian feed sector is continuing to develop rapidly, supported by strong growth in the livestock and poultry sectors and the introduction of new technologies and improved quality. Despite this, major weaknesses in the sector remain including...
Mixed Rate of Corn Consumption But Does It Matter?
US - Most of the discussion in the corn market has centered on US planting progress, the likely magnitude of planted acreage, and the US average yield potential, writes Darrel Good....
US - Most of the discussion in the corn market has centered on US planting progress, the likely magnitude of planted acreage, and the US average yield potential, writes Darrel Good....
Friday, May 03, 2013
Period of Transition Requires Minerals
Following recent storms in the mid-west, farmers are being advised to avoid doing anything radical as the weather will turn and the grass will grow....
Following recent storms in the mid-west, farmers are being advised to avoid doing anything radical as the weather will turn and the grass will grow....
Farmers Association Launch Fodder Crisis Fund
IRELAND – Farmers struggling in the worst forage crisis in living memory are to receive aid from the Irish Farmers Association (IFA)....
IRELAND – Farmers struggling in the worst forage crisis in living memory are to receive aid from the Irish Farmers Association (IFA)....
Wednesday, May 01, 2013
EFSA Reports on Safety, Efficacy of Fumaric Acid in Feed
EU – Fumaric acid is generally considered to be safe for farm animals, according to a new EFSA report. The Panel highlights some concerns over its safety in milk replacers in calves and for workers handling it as well as having reservations over its...
EU – Fumaric acid is generally considered to be safe for farm animals, according to a new EFSA report. The Panel highlights some concerns over its safety in milk replacers in calves and for workers handling it as well as having reservations over its...
How Large Does the Corn Crop Need to Be?
US - Based on corn planting intentions of nearly 97.3 million acres (implied harvested acres for grain near 90.2 million) and a trend yield of 161.5 bushels, the 2013 season started with expectations of a record U.S. crop near 14.6 billion bushels, writes...
US - Based on corn planting intentions of nearly 97.3 million acres (implied harvested acres for grain near 90.2 million) and a trend yield of 161.5 bushels, the 2013 season started with expectations of a record U.S. crop near 14.6 billion bushels, writes...
Friday, April 26, 2013
Feed to Be Assessed As Green House Gas Solution
UK - The effects of dietary changes and feed additives on beef cattle emissions is being investigated in a new three-year research project....
UK - The effects of dietary changes and feed additives on beef cattle emissions is being investigated in a new three-year research project....
Measures Agreed to Deal with Fodder Shortage
IRELAND - Co-ops in Ireland have agreed to substantially increase the volume of fodder being imported into the country over the short to medium term. ...
IRELAND - Co-ops in Ireland have agreed to substantially increase the volume of fodder being imported into the country over the short to medium term. ...
Thursday, April 25, 2013
Mexico Facing Severe Drought Again in 2013
ANALYSIS - With Mexico facing severe drought conditions again this year, the federal government has announced stringent conservation measures to preserve already tight water supplies, particularly in a large area just south of the border with the US....
ANALYSIS - With Mexico facing severe drought conditions again this year, the federal government has announced stringent conservation measures to preserve already tight water supplies, particularly in a large area just south of the border with the US....
Livestock Producers Should Expect Bright Future
US - More efficient land use, a stalled demand for corn ethanol and increased demand for meat in developing countries should help boost the livestock industry in coming years, according to a Purdue University agricultural economist....
US - More efficient land use, a stalled demand for corn ethanol and increased demand for meat in developing countries should help boost the livestock industry in coming years, according to a Purdue University agricultural economist....
Wednesday, April 24, 2013
Research to Look At Cattle Diet and Methane Emissions
UK -To what extent changing diets and adding novel feed additives can cut emissions from beef cattle is being investigated in a new three-year research project....
UK -To what extent changing diets and adding novel feed additives can cut emissions from beef cattle is being investigated in a new three-year research project....
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