News — Farming

10 Reasons Not to Make Hay: Rethinking Tradition in Beef and Forage Production

10 Reasons Not to Make Hay: Rethinking Tradition in Beef and Forage Production

“You might be giving up $10,000 in beef production to raise $5,000 worth of hay.” -Dr. Carson Roberts


The Warm Season Grass Playbook: Practical Tips for Millet, Sorghum, and Sudan Success

When hot, dry summers reduce cool-season hay yields, warm-season grasses like millet, sorghum, and sorghum-Sudan hybrids can fill the gap.

As Jeffrey “Alfalfa” Jackson says: “If you like to haul manure, go ahead. If you want more efficient feed, think fiber digestibility.”


Precision in the Fields: Leveraging GPS Technology for Smarter Farming

Precision in the Fields: Leveraging GPS Technology for Smarter Farming

Incorporating insights from the Hay Kings podcast interview with Joey Koebelen of Deep Sand Technology, farmers exploring GPS technology for their operations can benefit from the following actionable steps:
1. Evaluate the Need for GPS in Your Farming Operations
2. Understand Different GPS Options
3. Plan for Installation and Support
4. Leverage GPS for Advanced Farming Practices

Optimizing Hay Nutrition: Strategic Insights for Hay Farmers

Hay farming, integral to livestock nutrition, requires a deep understanding of forage quality to ensure that the nutritional needs of animals are met efficiently and economically. Here, we explore the practical applications of recent advancements in forage analysis and management, focusing on alfalfa, a predominant forage crop known for its high fiber content and nutritional value.

Market Implications of Forage Quality: Insights from Dr. Dan Putnam

Dr. Putnam emphasized that the digestibility of fiber—particularly how Neutral Detergent Fiber (NDF) and Acid Detergent Fiber (ADF) influence the nutritional uptake—is crucial for assessing the quality of hay.