Browsing Current Extension Publications Archive by Title
Now showing items 563-582 of 1119
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(2008-10-07)USDA is offering a new insurance program to help livestock producers manage lamb price risk. This publication explains requirements of the program and the way it works.
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(1999-09-21)Seasonal price movements can be measured and used to help in marketing livestock. This publication includes 10-year seasonal price indexes for several livestock categories, and explains how to interpret and use the information.
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(2007-06-20)There is an important relationship between the length of the calving season and dollar return, pounds of calf weaned and the reproductive performance of the breeding herd. This publication explains that relationship. It ...
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(2009-05-04)Using low-stress methods of handling dairy cattle is efficient in terms of time and labor. This publication explains how cattle's natural instincts affect their responses, and ways handlers can use that knowledge to make ...
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(2009-05-04)Using low-stress methods of handling dairy cattle is efficient in terms of time and labor. This publication explains how cattle's natural instincts affect their responses, and ways handlers can use that knowledge to make ...
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(2006-08-08)This publication explains how to keep a bermudagrass lawn healthy and attractive, with tips on mowing; fertilizing; watering; controlling weeds, insects and thatch; and eliminating compacted soil.
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(2006-08-08)This publication explains how to keep a St. Augustinegrass lawn healthy and attractive, with tips on mowing; fertilizing; watering; controlling weeds, insects and thatch; and eliminating compacted soil.
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(2004-09-07)A subsurface drip irrigation system should last more than 20 years if properly maintained. Important maintenance procedures include cleaning the filters, flushing the lines, adding chlorine and injecting acids. Details of ...
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(2004-09-07)A subsurface drip irrigation system should last more than 20 years if properly maintained. Important maintenance procedures include cleaning the filters, flushing the lines, adding chlorine and injecting acids. Details of ...
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(2000-11-08)Enterprise budgets can help farmers and ranchers make better decisions about what products to produce and how to produce them economically. This publication tells how to create and use enterprise budgets and includes an example.
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(2002-09-03)This publication explains how to make the best use of hay in beef cattle operations. It discusses quality and cost and gives advice on minimizing losses from haymaking, storage and feeding.
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(2000-06-27)People view time in different ways, but we all could do a better job of managing our time. This publication explains three different time management tools: the 24-hour time log and chart; a self-assessment of thinking ...
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(2004-03-31)This publication can help ranch managers develop integrated pest management plans for managing fire ant problems in cattle operations. It covers the specifics of managing fire ants in hay pastures and rangelands, around ...
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(2003-02-20)The primary control strategy for internal parasites in sheep and goats has been the use of anthelmintics. Because overuse has caused the development of resistant strains, new strategies must be used. This publication lists ...
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(2008-09-16)Without budgeting, family living expenses may exceed the available income and jeopardize the overall financial goals of the farm and family. This publication offers information on developing a family budget and provides ...
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(2001-11-16)This publication gives advice on raising beef cattle to exhibit at shows. Topics include animal selection, feeding, general health management, disease prevention, calf handling, and preparing for the show.
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(2008-04-29)Cotton insect management practices, including cultural control techniques that reduce the risk of crop damage, are discussed. The emphasis is on monitoring and identifying insect populations in cotton. A supplement (E-6A) ...
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(2008-04-17)Cotton insect management practices, including cultural control techniques that reduce the risk of crop damage, are discussed. The emphasis is on monitoring and identifying insect populations in cotton. A supplement (E-7A) ...
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(2008-06-10)Cotton insect management techniques, including cultural control techniques that reduce the risk of crop damage, are discussed. The emphasis is on monitoring and identifying insect populations in cotton. A supplement (E-5A) ...
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(1998-12-10)Soil testing is the foundation of a sound fertility management program, and manure and effluent testing can provide additional information for its effective use.