Producers should take a holistic approach that begins with preventing its spread
More information can lead to better — and more profitable — management decisions
Now is a good time to evaluate vaccination and herd health management protocols
The first 60 to 90 days post-calving are the most nutritionally demanding period in the production cycle, and the expectations for a cow at this time are many
Planning is a vital part of fighting the flood water
The blue-green algae can be harmful or fatal to humans and livestock
Don’t wait — fixing a problem during the winter is difficult and expensive
Grain should be dry and cool when placed in alternative storage facilities
The algae is actually a photosynthetic bacteria that thrives with warm weather, calm winds and abundant nutrients, particularly phosphorus and nitrogen
Livestock producers should watch for green to blue-green scum in fresh water supplies. “Algae blooms cause major disruptions, not only because of their offensive odour and appearance; but because they can be fatal to livestock, pets and people,” says Roxanne Johnson, a water quality associate with North Dakota State University’s extension service. “Not all algae
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