10. Successful agriculture listens to livestock producers and ranchers.

        Here are some of the most popular radio programs for livestock farmers and ranchers in 2020. Find what you missed!
        Position: Deputy Director for Digital and Successful Agriculture. Experience: Natalina Saints Bausch grew up in southeast Iowa and was active in 4H and FFA. After graduating from college, she spent a year visiting farmers and ranchers in all 50 states. The project tells the stories of more than 100 farming families through blogs and photographs. In 2017, Natalia joined the Success Farming team to cover new farm equipment and news for Agriculture.com. The role is expanding to include managing content distribution through newsletters, social media and search.
        As they say, make hay while the sun shines. But what if the cut hay gets caught in the rain? University of Nebraska feed expert Bruce Anderson shares his experience.
        Use old equipment tires as water troughs for livestock in the pasture. Ice, even angry bulls, can destroy them. Will Mahoney of Best Livestock Equipment explains this recycling method.
        The best time of day to mow your lawn depends on the weather and climate in which you live. Pitch extension expert Dennis Hancock gives his advice.
        By the end of June, most hay fields are ready for harvest. Noxious weeds can easily find their way inside, so know exactly what you’re packing to avoid poisoning your livestock. Learn more from University of Minnesota equestrian expert Krishnana Martinson.
        Some calves are orphaned simply because their mothers do not accept them. Knowing a few techniques can help mom and baby bond. University of Kentucky ruminant extension veterinarian Michelle Arnold shares her tips.
        McDonald’s buys a lot of beef. The restaurant chain is helping lead the beef industry toward more sustainable production methods. Townsend Bailey, McDonald’s Chief Sustainability Officer, explains.
        When the pumpkin patch is no longer popular, have the cows remove it. Pumpkin is a good source of energy and protein for beef cattle. University of Nebraska dairy cow and calf specialist Carla Jenkins shares more information.
        Lameness is a disease faced by cattle in feedlots. Toe abscesses are a cause of lameness but are often undiagnosed. Kansas State University veterinarian AJ Tarpoff explains how to detect and treat this condition.
        Are you considering expanding your cattle business? At some point you will have to ask yourself when there are enough cows. Former Extension livestock specialist Chris Ringwall suggests a few things to consider before expanding.
        It’s rare for beef cattle to give birth to twins, but it does happen. Monitor mother and baby closely during and after birth. Iowa State University beef veterinarian Grant Duell explains the risks associated with having twins and gives tips for keeping twins alive.


Post time: Jul-05-2024