Category: Operating a Farm
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Milking more cows is a common strategy to improve profitability on dairy farms. However, when barns are overstocked, it can lead to negative impacts on profits. How do you know when you've taken a good thing too far?
Dig into the details in the link below
https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/stocking-density-in-a-dairy-barn-can-impact-cow-performance
Brandon Drees is a young farmer in
GrandForksND and representative of a changing industry. He's one of just 6% of young farmers, too few to replace the 60% aging out, but one of the lucky ones not shut out by the high cost of entry. His story. https://skywardapps.com/2022/09/20/farming-not-the-easiest-job-to-do-or-get/
A farm safety organization says there are fewer children getting injured on farms, but the child death rates haven't changed much.
https://brownfieldagnews.com/news/fewer-youth-farm-injuries-death-rate-same/
Have you watched this? Heard of "Right to Repair"?
https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMFeqmrYq/
Here are 5 questions to ask yourself before buying seed.
https://www.morningagclips.com/ask-these-5-questions-before-buying-seed/
Is now the time to close ag connectivity gap?
Is digital connectivity is the key to agriculture's future?
https://www.morningagclips.com/time-is-now-to-close-ag-connectivity-gap/
CoBank's Knowledge Exchange division recently partnered with the University of Missouri to study the economic fabric that supports rural and agricultural communities. The report outlines the changes to farm household employment and income dynamics over the past few decades. The results reveal increasingly interconnected rural and urban economies, and a farm economy that is deeply supported by off-farm jobs.
https://www.cobank.com/knowledge-exchange/general/the-importance-of-off-farm-income-to-the-agricultural-economy
Fall is HERE. Soil preparation is the key to next year's success. Get the job done in one pass. Save time and money. VELOCE speed discs are available for immediate delivery. Use the dealer locator to find your local dealer - https://www.maschio.com/en/web/usa/dealer-locator. If you don't have a local dealer, call 1-563-659-6400
https://youtu.be/grMsJsyHsB4
#MulcherMonday - The flexibility of an optional reduction kit in case your tractor has only 1 hydraulic remote (2 outlets) on the back of the tractor, you can use this kit. It has an electric switch valve that allows you to use all the machine functions with only one remote. https://buff.ly/3CbKGdq
https://buff.ly/3CbKGdq
The Maschio Giraffa L offset flail mower makes it easy to mow difficult terrain or hard-to-reach areas. 6' wide cutting head can operate from a position directly behind the tractor and extended completely outside the tire track of the correct size tractor.
Thank you, Autrusa Inc., for creating this video.
https://youtu.be/_66J8fPYO6o
ATV safety is such an important topic.
https://www.agriculture.com/family/health-safety/avoid-deadly-mistakes-with-atvs
Good information about the value of having a smart controller on your irrigation system.
https://jainsusa.com/blog/3-reasons-why-you-should-water-turf-with-a-smart-controller/
I've been thinking about getting a few meat goats. Gotta be honest, I thought they were hardy and easy to keep.
https://www.agupdate.com/missourifarmertoday/news/livestock/meat-goats-diversify-farm-but-health-a-challenge/article_0e1eb5a2-2963-11ed-9df5-bb52fac12554.html
Ever wonder how much electricity vertical farming uses?
https://ifarm.fi/blog/2020/12/how-much-electricity-does-a-vertical-farm-consume?utm_source=social&utm_campaign=sept
In this week's North American Ag Spotlight Chrissy Wozniak speaks with Virridy's CEO & founder Evan A Thomas, PhD, PE, MPH about this new ag tech that controls irrigation pumps by satellite.
https://www.northamericanag.com/post/new-technology-to-help-conserve-water-on-farm
https://agfuse.com/article/how-does-phytonutrients-lower-cancer-risks
By
Stan Clark
Published Sep 7
Cancer is a debilitating disease that takes millions of lives every year. In fact, it's one of the leading causes of death in developed countries, and scientists are always looking for new ways to prevent it. A recent study found that phytonutrients may help to lower cancer risks. Phytonutrients are chemicals found in plants and fruits that have beneficial effects on human health. The study, published by the National Library of Medicine, looked at the effects of phytonutrients on human cells...
Categories: Operating a Farm, Sustainable Agriculture, Vegetables
https://agfuse.com/article/financing-the-palm-oil-sector
By
HAVELET FINANCE LIMITED
Published Sep 7
Financing the Palm Oil SectorThere are over 4 million smallholders cultivating 70% of global Palm oil sector. Financing for palm oil sector remain significantly important to establish, maintain and replant their oil palm plantations, in order to both increase productivity and improve the quality of the fresh fruit bunches. Their capacity to self-finance their plantation is limited. However, most of them are credit-constrained. The late70s, witnessed numbers of credit schemes for oil palm smallholders...
Categories: Operating a Farm, Projects, Vegetables
Have you heard of this? I'd love to know if it works.
https://thatsfarming.com/beef/baby-powder-calves/
This is a very cool video - Once In A Life Time Experience- Rome 475 Plowing. Part 3 At 100 Years Of Horsepower Show, Farming with Duffy AG.
100 Years of Horsepower Show.
https://youtu.be/_NEXLLnieEc
Tom Pemberton Farm Life - In today's video they are baling their straw ready for the winter season coming very soon and they were not messing around!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mxZZ7fxdcNU
This is pretty neat. Home Town Acres made this video about how "We Found Water For The Pond - Hydraulic Ram Pump"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BqOhHcTzeM
Here's some great info from Josh, the Stony Ridge Farmer on what you should know about building and maintaining a farm pond.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZIh0dhGBvQs
We dreamt it and they built it.
The new top model impresses with many features:
Range from 203 to 303 hp
6-cylinder AGCO Power engine with economical fuel consumption
Ground breaking maneuverability
New premium seat with massage functions and personalized seat profiles
...and many more!
https://www.fendt.com/int/the-new-generation-of-the-fendt-700-vario-press-conference-22
Hop Harvest 2022 has officially started. I stumbled upon this great video and I had to share.
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ych_hop-harvest-is-here-activity-6967992181550645248-dyya?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop
I always wondered why I found time by the ocean so soothing and peaceful.
https://www.wsj.com/articles/harness-the-healing-power-of-water-11661207276
African Swine Flu is a real threat to our swine industry, the USDA is work hard to prevent the threat from becoming a reality.
https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/resources/pests-diseases/asf/asf
https://www.chatelaine.com/living/female-farmers/
Interesting finding from this studyl
https://www.wisfarmer.com/story/news/2022/08/24/study-organic-dairy-farms-offer-methods-cut-carbon-emissions/7883503001/
Finding workers is an on-going problem for farmer these days but dairy farmers in particular as they need help year-round not just seasonally.
https://www.azcentral.com/story/opinion/op-ed/2022/08/26/arizona-dairy-farms-need-guest-worker-reform-keep-growing/7894674001/
GIRAFFA L's distinguishing feature is its operating power range, up to 80 hp. Simple to use, it is a versatile tool for dealing with grass or brush. Suitable for any use, equally happy working in olive groves as it is mowing along headlands, ditches or hedgerows, it is available in working widths ranging from 5.2 to 5.9 ft for more info https://buff.ly/3Cg2y74
https://buff.ly/3Cg2y74
https://www.morningagclips.com/farmers-face-uncertainty-with-summer-crops/
With more people moving towards a homesteading lifestyle its important to develop a relationship with the local people that will be part of your team.
https://www.ccelivestock.com/news-updates-recent-publications/beginning-livestock-farmer-etiquette-building-a-good-processor-relationship
How is the drought affecting your farm?
https://www.cnn.com/2022/08/17/business/west-drought-farmers-survey-climate
https://www.agriculture.com/video/7-tips-for-farm-wives-to-find-calm-in-busy-seasons
https://www.agriculture.com/livestock/hogs/building-a-vertically-integrated-niche-hog-farm
In today's FAQ video, we answer the question, "How can I have water over my beds and not have wet bedding?" Probably the most asked question because wet beds mean major issues with SCC and mastitis. It's a great question and has been a big driving force behind hours of research and development into making the Core Cool System what it is today.
#coolcows, #maintaincorebodytemp, #corecoolsystems
https://youtu.be/ZWtM41A5zfI
It's always good to have a little help along the way. Here's an article with 5 apps to help your dairy business.
https://www.dairyherd.com/news/business/5-apps-help-manage-your-dairy
This film is a micro documentary/ 'how to' for any farmer looking to transition to regenerative farming. It is also for curious minds coming to soil regeneration without prior knowledge.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gZnlRC-9_O8
https://www.beefmagazine.com/beef/higher-inputs-costs-and-feed-costs-face-producers
https://www.agupdate.com/midwestmessenger/news/producer_reports/wheat-harvest-was-an-around-the-clock-job-on-the-farm/article_3b4b76b8-1ca3-11ed-81b3-b761eb3f0dbd.html
I had to have a chuckle over this story.
https://www.dairyherd.com/news/business/premium-alfalfa-hay-delivered-amazon-prime
https://www.farmprogress.com/dairy/late-gestation-heat-stress-cattle-affects-future-generations
https://www.spokesman.com/stories/2022/aug/14/there-will-be-an-eighth-generation-two-brothers-an/
https://www.farmprogress.com/livestock/bison-roam-pastures-central-missouri-ranch
https://www.agriculture.com/machinery/all-around-the-farm/14-planting-ideas-from-all-around-the-farm
5 ATTACHMENTS SO BAD THAT THEY'RE NOT WORTH BUYING?
They put out a survey asking what our most hated attachments were and let us know! They cover the responses and give their take on each item mentioned. They also let us know what they most agree on, but there is one they strongly disagree!
https://youtu.be/H5Kl4ENu9p4
The COMPAGNA seeder mounts on either a tiller or a power harrow. In one pass, you can till the soil, sows the seed and roll to pack the soil. Ensuring good seed-to-soil contact and reducing the chance of erosion. Call 563-659-6400 to find your local dealer, or use the dealer locator https://buff.ly/3vAlEQX
https://buff.ly/3vAlEQX
Have you been thinking about purchasing a FLAIL MOWER, but you are unsure if it can do the job you need? Check out this video by Tractor Time with Tim for an honest guy take on the job this powerful, durable, lightweight mower can accomplish.
Tractor Time with Tim runs the Maschio Gaspardo North America FLAIL MOWER across overgrown Grass, Weeds and Saplings.
Another great and informative video, Tim and Christy. Well Done.
https://youtu.be/JsQK78WuHyk
https://www-agdaily-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.agdaily.com/features/ryan-goodman-future-of-more-diversity-and-inclusion-in-agriculture/amp/
Does anyone have experience with this product?
https://agnetwest.com/product-selection-guide-choosing-the-most-effective-tool-to-control-fire-ants/
Milling Lumber From Burned Logs, Northwest Sawyer. "Today I mill up some logs left over from the Riverside Fire of 2020 for @andrew the bearded giant."
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s00DPsKeQVg
In a recent Center for Agricultural Profitability article and podcast, I share five key principles of a good risk management culture. Every farm or ranch can reap the benefits of a good risk management culture if they commit to developing these five key principles.
https://cap.unl.edu/management/five-key-principles-good-risk-management-culture
https://www.morningagclips.com/property-and-casualty-insurance-6/
https://leadership.ng/making-a-decent-profit-from-groundnut-farming/
This is such an interesting story! Take some time to watch it. AMAZING.
https://youtu.be/L-75_YgTDKQ
Choosing a consultant can be a daunting task. It's difficult to find someone knowledgeable and that you trust.
https://www.morningagclips.com/guidelines-for-selecting-a-consulting-forester/
https://www.morningagclips.com/bug-ninja-migrates-to-socal-to-help-growers-conquer-insects/
Picking Peanuts, the best time of year.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qju3FJ9sIzc
Maximize efficiency and minimize waste to help cut feed costs without impacting production. Read more...
https://www.morningagclips.com/cut-cattle-feed-costs-dont-cut-corners/
https://www.purinamills.com/chicken-feed/education/detail/caring-for-baby-chicks-what-to-do-once-they-arrive
https://sdfu.org/kolousek-family-shares-how-soil-health-extends-grazing-season-and-keeps-soil-from-blowing/
https://www.morningagclips.com/addressing-the-rural-workforce-challenge/
https://www.morningagclips.com/research-reveals-climate-lessons-for-tree-planting-projects-today/
DO you have a well? I do. I'm looking at https://simplepump.com/ as a solution to power outages. Does anyone have one? Or maybe something similar? Let me know what you think.
https://youtu.be/XRalbWx5mMg
https://youtu.be/Zv4ITy3ZQVY
https://www.agriculture.com/farm-management/business-planning/three-ways-to-retain-good-employees
https://www.maschio.com/en/web/usa/square-balers
CATTLE INVENTORIES LOWEST IN 10 YEARS" US Beef Cattle Market North America Drought 2022 Ranching,
The Shephardess Podcast
https://youtu.be/_sAshgz87oM
https://www.morningagclips.com/milk-your-corn-silage-for-all-its-worth/
Always good advise, Pause, Process and Perspective.
https://www.farmprogress.com/commentary/try-these-3-tips-better-farm-problem-solving
ENTRY is the fixed chamber round baler that is easy to maintain, simple to use and suitable for low-power tractors. Given its small size and very low center of gravity, it works well in all types of terrain, from flat to undulating.
It is available in two versions: ENTRY 120 and ENTRY 150.
See the link below to download the brochure.
https://buff.ly/3ItJnI3
https://www.morningagclips.com/new-resources-for-beginning-farmers-ranchers/
"As our farmers work to feed Canada and the world, we need to work with them and support their ongoing efforts to grow and produce the food we need. The federal government needs to be true partners, rather than simply imposing targets that make it harder," said Thompson.
https://www.farms.com/ag-industry-news/omafra-disappointed-in-fed-gov-t-fertilizer-decision-570.aspx
It's always great to get pictures and feedback from Maschio Gaspardo North America customers. We love seeing this GIRAFFE L out in the field doing what it was built and designed for.
https://agfuse.com/article/financing-a-gold-mining-processing-plant
By
HAVELET FINANCE
Published Jul 20
Recently, there is an increase in the use of the public bond market to generate funds for Financing a Gold mining plant. The mining industries collectively issued about $1 billion worth of new paper. Historically, this vehicle had been used primarily by the base metals industry, where projects tended to be of sufficient size (roughly $100 million as a base) to justify their use. However, there have been some notable exceptions in the precious metals mining sector, such as the bonds issued by Newmont and Placer Dome, and the gold-backed issue by Normandy Poseidon of Australia in 1994, which had a highly innovative structure. Judging by the number of issues that have come to market so far this year, and those being planned, the use of bonds as a means to raise mining finance will continue to increase...
Categories: News, Operating a Farm, Projects
Be sure to check out the tool shown in the article. It shows a scenario run on corn and soybean acres in Illinois, but can be modified for any crop or application type.
https://www.agweb.com/news/crops/crop-production/spray-or-not-spray-fungicide-decisions-2022
Have you seen these big, scary wasps at your place?
https://www.morningagclips.com/why-are-those-big-scary-wasps-digging-in-my-yard/
https://agfuse.com/article/financing-and-loans-for-animal-husbandry-projects
By
HAVELET FINANCE
Published Jul 18
The 21st century gave birth to global agrarian economy. For many people, the term agriculture means only working on the field and growing crops. This is a limited meaning of the term agriculture. In reality, the term agriculture includes many other streams and segments. A key segment of agriculture is animal husbandry...
Categories: Agribusiness, Conservation Plans, Operating a Farm
