Would you like to attract hummingbirds to your yard or garden? Hummingbirds are attracted to flowers, shrubs, vines and trees. Below is a list of flowers, shrubs, vines, and trees that hummingbirds are attracted to. Note: none of these need to be red in color, although the color red is attractive to hummingbirds. If in doubt [...]
A calf’s diet and surroundings change dramatically at weaning and if you don’t closely manage this lifestage, the value of your calves can be reduced. Calves can become sick and won’t grow as they should.
Here are four weaning […]
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Broodmares have specific nutritional requirements that differ from other classes of horses. There are differences both in the amount of feed mares need and the nutrient concentration needed in that feed. Throughout the year the broodmare goes through three different phases, […]
We are surrounded by choices these days as we set out to buy food for our pets. There are many different foods in many different price ranges, all claiming to be just what your pet needs. How do […]
Does your horse need protection while outdoors? Wind, rain, insects, sunlight, warm and cold weather, snow, and more can all wreak havoc on your horse’s beauty and health. Thankfully, there are a range of equine blankets and sheets […]
A horse in its teens may typically be thought of as “old”, but the reality is that the genetics of the individual, plus how it was cared for during its life, will dictate when the nutritional needs begin to shift from that of an adult mature horse to that of […]
Stop common plumbing problems from turning into plumbing emergencies!
Deal with plumbing problems immediately! You can take steps to prevent and repair clogged drains, frozen pipes, and other plumbing pitfalls.
Know how to shut off the water! Turning off […]
There are unfortunately many examples to draw upon from our history, especially during wartime, of maternal nutritional deprivation and the long term effects on the lives of their children, and their children’s children. The list includes: diabetes; […]
When and if the Texas drought breaks, market indicators suggest that middle-aged replacement cows may be a better choice than younger cattle, according to a Texas AgriLife Extension Service economist.
With national beef cattle inventory numbers this year declining […]