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Reducing The Risk Of Ruminal Acidosis When Grazing Corn

 
On yesterday’s program, we heard from Dr. Bart Lardner from the Western Beef Development Centre on why some producers are adopting corn grazing. While there are benefits to grazing corn, he says cattle producers need to be cautious of ruminal acidosis. He adds recent work at the Western Beef Development Centre has looked at ways of reducing the risk.
 
Interview with Bart Lardner (1:55 minutes) (905 Kb)
Source : Agriculture and Forestry

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Finding Holiday Spirit On A Winter Sheep Farm

Video: Finding Holiday Spirit On A Winter Sheep Farm

Winter has settled in at Ewetopia Farms, and despite the brutally cold temperatures, our sheep farm looks like a true winter wonderland. Fresh, fluffy snow blankets the barns, paddocks, and pastures, creating a scene that instantly puts us in the holiday spirit — and reminds us that lambing season is just around the corner.