Keep animals safe and well-cared for during extreme winter weather.
Agriculture
Beef cattle raised with hormone implants are an economical and sustainable option for meat eaters concerned about producing more food with fewer resources.
Low-cost dairy producers can still make a profit in a world of large-scale dairies.
The basic things, like access to forages and cow comfort, can make a difference in your herd’s profitability at all times, but they're especially important during tough times.
Consistent decision-making processes for farm management can lead to better outcomes over time.
With help from the University of Minnesota Extension Central RSDP ranchers in Cass and Crow Wing counties are working together to safeguard their water resources. One way of doing this is through sustainable practices for raising cattle.
Melissa Wilson is an Extension soil scientist hired in 2017 with AGREETT funding support. Wilson fills a manure management position that was vacant for more than a decade.
Local lamb is better than ever, and the improvements are no accident. Travis Hoffman, who has a joint position with University of Minnesota Extension and North Dakota State University Extension, concentrates on ways to improve meat quality.