Managing Farm Water Supply

By Asst Editor Damian M, on September 29th, 2011

Overview of farm water planning

Water is an essential requirement for running a livestock business and has a significant impact upon stock welfare, farm productivity and business profitability. Knowledge of stock drinking water requirements and potential sources of water are important for planning on both an annual and daily basis. The goal of farm . . . → Read More: Managing Farm Water Supply

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Salmonberry

By Admin, on September 22nd, 2011

Salmonberry Blossom Photo by David McMaster

Botanical Name: Rubus spectabilis

Contributed By: USDA, NRCS, National Plant Data Center & Oregon Plant Materials Center

Uses

Ethnobotanical: Salmonberry fruits are edible, but are considered too soft to dry. Both the large, raspberry-like fruit and the young shoots were widely eaten by coastal peoples of British . . . → Read More: Salmonberry

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Diagnosis and management of trace element deficiencies

By Admin, on May 5th, 2011

Common trace element deficiencies include copper, selenium and cobalt. The table below summarises the important information for the management and prevention of trace element deficiencies.

Maps of trace element and mineral deficiencies for southern Australia.

These maps highlight the main regions where trace . . . → Read More: Diagnosis and management of trace element deficiencies

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Tips for calving

By Asst Editor Dave T, on December 8th, 2010

Newborn Elk

Preparations for calving should start during the breeding season. Have the elk cows that you plan to breed on a rising level of nutrition. This is very important. Feed them as much as they will eat. If they are gaining weight, conception rates will increase. If possible, turn your cows out . . . → Read More: Tips for calving

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