Month: August 2012

Stocker Operation

 April Kingsman  August 3, 2012  1 Comment on Stocker Operation

A cattle management system where young cattle are raised on pasture before being moved to a feedlot for finishing. Stocker operations focus on growth and weight gain. For instance, managing a stocker operation to prepare cattle for feedlot finishing.

Fumitory

 April Kingsman  August 2, 2012  0 Comments on Fumitory

Fumitory: A common weed (Fumaria officinalis) affecting cereal and clover crops. Properly managing fumitory helps protect crop health and yields.

Laying

 April Kingsman  August 2, 2012  0 Comments on Laying

Laying: Laying is the action of producing eggs. Efficient laying practices can maximize egg production and farm profitability.