Tare Weight

Lanky, athletic thoroughbreds are frequently at a score of 4 while chunkier ponies tend to sit about a 6. Each livestock species is evaluated differently, and it's important to use the correct score for each species.

Mix Up Your Grass Selection One forage type doesn't rule in grassfed-beef farming. There's a reason beef cattle are most commonly finished in feedlots. Pasture irrigation in the dry months and supplemental hay feeding round out the peaks and valleys of...

Conformation: Angus and Aberdeen Angus are both black and red and genetically polled (no horns). The registry preferred the Black Angus to the Red and barred the color from the registry.

These tough metal stakes, which come in various sizes, are small enough to easily install and remove from the ground but hold their position well. They can be used for a wide variety of farming projects.

In today's world of disposable convenience, it's trendy to be “ green ,” but it sure isn't easy. For an even greater impact, reuse rainwater. So how do we make it better without feeling utterly overwhelmed?

The group's website states, “If successful, the expansion of hazelnut production through the Consortium's research will give the U.S. the potential of becoming the world's leading sustainable hazelnut producer and address critical issues in areas of...

As long as the soil is reasonably fertile and well-drained and they are planted in full sun, some of these ‘botanical' tulips will perform admirably. This article will hopefully peak your interest in trying some of these 'botanical' tulips or to expand...

“Determining a horse's body weight is critical for weight and feeding management, and for administering medication,” said Molly McCue, University of Minnesota Associate Professor in the College of Veterinary Medicine, one of the app developers.

You want the entire root system to be protected and a plant in vigorous growth can outstrip the ability of the fungus to keep up. The slightest movement focuses the attention of this guardian, enabling it to determine if the intruder is friend or foe.

Such people see a lot of sheep, so they have a large pool of visual data on which they make comparisons. It contributes to uterine prolapse. It can be difficult to spot an overweight sheep, especially when sheep are covered in a year or more of wool,...

We all gain.Integrated Pest Management (IPM): Part I - IntroductionIntegrated Pest Management (IPM) Part II: Climbing the Ladder The EPA now has an IPM for Schools program in place which encourages and provides materials to schools wishing to employ Integrated...

No race can prosper till it learns there is as much dignity in tilling a field as in writing a poem. Then post this quote on Facebook or Pinterest. Share a comment below telling us how your farming endeavor has impacted the community around you or helped...

University experts agree that doelings should weigh 60 to 70 percent of their adult weight before breeding. Breeds that were deliberately miniaturized by breeders who selected for smaller size, such as Miniature Longhorn cattle.

Grated carrot 1/2 tsp. Are you looking for a pretty yet fresh appetizer to serve at your next dinner party? Thai green curry paste 1/2 tsp. Combine the remaining ingredients until well-mixed and spoon into the radishes, dividing equally.Garnish the plate...

It flowers in mid to late summer (depending on size of transplant used) and fall.Pride-Of-Barbados is very easy to grow in alkaline to acidic, well-drained soils. It is a fast growing plant especially when the temperatures are hot and in full sun to partial...

The Tunis has a well-muscled, deep-chested body with a wide back and a broad, fat tail that's normally docked. Today, the American Livestock Breeds Conservancy lists the Tunis in the watch category, its global population estimated to be less than 10,000...

This is THE best book when it comes to understanding the technical aspects of digital photography. Because to me, owning a decent camera and gardening go hand in hand. This macro lens has received consistent five-star reviews on nearly every website that...

Use: Classed as a medium-wool breed, the Shropshire produces a heavy, dense fleece with a soft handle and little kemp. The wool – wonderful for spinning and knitting– has a staple length of 2.5 to 4 inches.

And when I heard the familiar call from the florist aisle, "we're ba-a-ack!" I'm afraid to say it,but I succumbed. In particular, we often find t?te-?-t?te narcissus, in bud or blooming already, their cheery yellow flowers tempting us, quickening our...

Courtesy @thurlow94/via Instagram Courtesy Robin J. Want to share photos of your farm's calves and other baby animals? Courtesy Joe G. Cows are a quintessential element of the rural landscape, and during calving season , we're overjoyed by the addition...

It is a day of hope and renewal. Prior to satellites and Doppler radar, man had to depend on the elements to determine the best times to plant and to harvest. The tagline of this article is a quote from the movie Groundhog Day.

As said before, some plants will happily grow on the forest floor and are easily accessible, while most will require some tree climbing to be reached. Keep in mind that most wild orchids here bloom during the wet or cyclonic season, which means a rather...

What I do know is that she's a member of the new flock. Two days after I'd brought that second egg in from the nest box, I was busy getting the family ready and out of the door for the day and decided I'd whip up a quick egg-white sandwich to take with...

Someone, probably Gardenwife, the made poster-sized individual letters for each of us to hold for a group snapshot, and she and our very own Dave took group photos. They both worked very hard to help make the first RU happen.

If you have patience, you can fill your gardens with great daylilies at very little cost. Don't run away because this is going to be easy!For the most part, there are two types of daylilies- Diploids and Tetraploids.Diploids (nicknamed Dips) have 22 sets...

Heat oven to broil. Enter the onion family. Choose your cheese, too. Pour sauce evenly over onions. Cook carefully for about 5 minutes, stirring to keep smooth. For Mothers Day, I did the cooking.

I like to use small, not-too-ripe Seckel pears for this dessert but any pear will do. Italian plums, rhubarb or raspberries work well, too. Bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 min., then turn down the heat to 350 degrees and bake 50 min.