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An informative guide to black gum (Nyssa sylvatica), detailing its unique characteristics, site preferences, and value to wildlife.

An informative guide to serviceberry (Amelanchier canadensis, A. Laevis), detailing its unique characteristics, site preferences, and value to wildlife.

An informative guide to northern bayberry (Morella pensylvanica), detailing its unique characteristics, site preferences, and value to wildlife.

This is the second article in a series that discusses the effects of soybean processing on the performance of dairy cattle.

An informative guide to inkberry (Ilex glabra), detailing its unique characteristics, site preferences, and value to wildlife.

Understanding the basics of animal behavior can help reduce the stress that can accompany animal handling.

Use the Colostrum Calculator spreadsheet to investigate factors related to IgG absorption in calves.

Summary of selected nutrients in commercial oral rehydration products. Table assumes products are mixed with water according the manufacturer's directions.

Consistent feeding temperature, total solids, and nutrient level helps calves perform at their best.

Success of a heifer-rearing program can be evaluated by monitoring height and weight of heifers and comparing the results against the herd's growth goals.

The secrets of producing high quality milk is to consistently use a well-defined milking technique and to maintain a clean and dry environment for all animals.

Calves can suffer from heat stress too. Strategies for reducing its impact are explored in this article.

Spreadsheet tools for tracking dairy heifer growth in comparison to breed standards.

Comparing to a breed standard can indicate if heifer growth is progressing normally.

Increasing heifer growth rates, regardless of the feeding strategy, improves the odds of earlier age at calving, which can dramatically lower heifer costs.

A review of the effects of increased milk or milk replacer feeding on milk production.

Dairy heifer replacement costs represent a large investment for all dairy operations.

Timing and best practices for caustic paste and hot iron dehorning, common methods of removing horns on young calves.

Body condition scoring evaluates fatness or thinness according to a five-point scale and scores are used to fine-tune dairy nutrition and health.

Keeping feed costs low while still supplying the necessary nutrients to keep the flock healthy should be the goal of every shepherd.

To see that your lambs get off to a good start, be sure you incorporate "clip, dip, and strip" in the lambing jug.

Past Penn State 4-H Educator, Bob Brown, reviews and emphasizes the importance of weighing in your lambs and kids.

Every year, hundreds of accidents occur on the farm whether it's caused by livestock, tractors, machinery, or mistakes.

Soil compaction is a concern to farmers. Actively growing roots can help alleviate soil compaction as was shown in a study in northern Texas.

Before planting your first fruit tree, you should conduct your own research regarding production, marketing, and financing the enterprise.