Protecting Your Farm with Smart Insurance Practices!

In the latest episode of the Hay Kings podcast, we dive deep into farm insurance with Nathan Bues and David Cannon of Sloan Levitt Insurance. With their rich agricultural backgrounds (yes, Nathan's milked cows by hand!) and expertise in crop, property, and casualty insurance, they cover everything a producer needs to know to safeguard their livelihood.

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Prussic Acid Poisoning in Livestock: Causes and Prevention

Prussic Acid Poisoning in Livestock: Causes and Prevention

Prussic acid poisoning is a potentially fatal condition in livestock caused by consuming certain plants, particularly during environmental stress events. To prevent poisoning, hay and forage growers should manage pastures carefully, avoid grazing risky forages during high-risk times, and test for cyanide levels when necessary.

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Winterizing Your Baler: Essential Steps for Storage

Properly storing your baler for the winter is essential to ensure it remains in good condition for the next season. Here are some steps to follow:

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The Best Herbicides for Alfalfa: Ensuring Healthy, Weed-Free Fields

The Best Herbicides for Alfalfa: Ensuring Healthy, Weed-Free Fields

Alfalfa is a valuable forage crop, known for its high protein content and nutritional benefits for livestock. However, maintaining an alfalfa field free of weeds can be challenging. To help farmers and growers, here is a guide to the best herbicides approved for use in alfalfa.

1. Eptam (EPTC)

Eptam is a pre-emergence herbicide that is applied before planting or shortly after planting. It targets annual grasses and broadleaf weeds, helping to give alfalfa a strong start by eliminating competition.

2. Prowl H2O (Pendimethalin)

Prowl H2O is another pre-emergence herbicide effective...

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Timing Your Triticale: When to Plant Forage Triticale

Timing Your Triticale: When to Plant Forage Triticale

Forage triticale, a hybrid of wheat and rye, is a versatile crop that can be planted for several purposes, including grazing, silage, and hay production. The timing for planting forage triticale depends on the climate and the intended use of the crop. Here’s a general guideline on when to plant forage triticale:

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