Resolutions for the Farm
With the new year upon us, many begin to declare resolutions for themselves such as becoming more organized or …
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Planning for Increasing Hay Prices
As with many industries this past year, agriculture and hay production have seen extreme rises in input costs and …
Winter Grazing Options for Horse Pastures
Fall is the perfect time for planting winter annuals such as annual ryegrass, oats, wheat or cereal rye in …
Tips for Helping Fescue Pastures Survive the Summer Heat
Keep forage stubble height high– A higher forage stubble height increases your cool season pasture’s water-holding capacity and re-growth …
Farm Management Checklist for May
√ Complete spring vaccinations if haven’t done so already. √ Deworm livestock and horses if necessary. √ Implement a fly control program …
Weed of the Month: Buttercup
I’ve observed many area pastures dotted with the yellow-flowering buttercup over the past month–a sure sign of spring. Buttercup …
Strategies to Prevent Laminitis in Grazing Horses
Laminitis is a debilitating systemic disease which manifests in the horse’s hoof, causing significant pain and lameness. Although there …
Equine Calorie Consumption: Hay vs Pasture Grazing
The N.C. Cooperative Extension of Polk County office held a field day last Tuesday, February 23, 2021, which was …