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NDSU AGRICULTURE COMMUNICATION

November 12, 2009

People have a few simple things they can do to reduce their energy bills and make their homes more comfortable, according to Carl Pedersen, North Dakota State University Extension Service energy educator. Building materials can expand and contract with summer/winter temperature swings. This movement easily can break seals that are meant to keep the conditioned

Country Crossroads

Enjoy Halloween Treats In Moderation

By Julie Garden-Robinson October 29, 2009

We are all allowed some discretionary calories after we meet the recommendations for grains, vegetables, fruits, dairy and meat/ beans. For most people, the discretionary calorie allotment is about 200 to 300 calories per day. To put the idea of moderation into practice, consider dividing the Halloween loot into small treat bags with just a

Country Crossroads

Autumn –A Good Time For Yardwork – for Oct. 8, 2009

By North Dakota State University October 8, 2009

Fall is a good time to plant trees and shrubs, plant winter-hardy bulbs, control weeds and get the garden in shape for the next growing season. Most trees and shrubs are available at retail stores in manageable containers that have the entire root system of the plant. Known as “container-grown” plants, they are placed into

Dairy cattle, Livestock

Don’t Let Your Herd’s Feed Supply Become Bird Food

By NDSU Release October 1, 2009

Feed is the single largest expense in raising cattle, whether it is for lactating dairy cows or dairy heifers, or in the feedlot. An important way to control feed costs is managing the loss of feed that was delivered but never consumed. Depending on the feedstuff, feed shrinkage can account for five to 30 per

Crops, Forages, News

Preservatives Can Help With Late-Season Haying

By NDSU Release October 1, 2009

Cooler evenings and shorter fall days reduce drying time for late-season hay, which could result in damaged hay if it is baled while it is too wet. Hay harvested at 18 per cent or higher moisture content will heat, mould, and lose feed value and palatability, warns North Dakota State University Extension Service dairy specialist

Cereals, Country Crossroads

Good For The Brain As Well As The Body

By Julie Garden-Robinson September 24, 2009

When our stomachs are running on empty, we may feel tired and unable to focus on our tasks. Our brain doesn’t function well, either. Refuelling your body and brain with nourishing food has many benefits for people of all ages. Parents should remember the role of breakfast in school performance. Eating “something” is better than

Country Crossroads

Conquering The Clutter

By Julie Garden-Robinson September 17, 2009

A study was done involving 20 busy moms who participated in 45-minute telephone interviews. Overall, they cited limited or poorly used storage space, lack of time and “family members who mess it up” as barriers to keeping their kitchens organized. In another part of the study, moms tried out educational packets that helped them analyze

Country Crossroads

Need More Iron In Your Diet?

By Julie Garden-Robinson September 10, 2009

Iron deficiency anemia is a common nutritional deficiency worldwide, especially among children. It can result in fatigue, learning disabilities and behavioural issues. Kids ages four to eight need about 10 milligrams (mg) of iron a day because of their rapid growth and development. Kids ages nine to 13 need eight mg per day. About two

Country Crossroads, Hogs

Fight Flu-Causing Germs

By Julie Garden-Robinson September 3, 2009

With a growing worldwide flu pandemic, parents may be wondering if they should add hand sanitizers to their children’s backpacks. Researchers have shown that each hand may carry 10,000 to 10 million bacteria. Sneezing or coughing into your hands and then touching inanimate objects, such as doorknobs, can lead to the spread of germs from

Country Crossroads

Important Water Balance

By Julie Garden-Robinson August 20, 2009

The human body is made up of about 60 per cent water, with some variability based on age and other factors. In the human body, water helps regulate temperature, protects tissues, transports nutrients and carries out wastes. We can survive without food longer than without water. The recommendation that we need eight glasses of “plain”

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Tag Archives North Dakota State University Extension Service

NDSU AGRICULTURE COMMUNICATION

Enjoy Halloween Treats In Moderation

Autumn –A Good Time For Yardwork – for Oct. 8, 2009

Don’t Let Your Herd’s Feed Supply Become Bird Food

Preservatives Can Help With Late-Season Haying

Good For The Brain As Well As The Body

Conquering The Clutter

Need More Iron In Your Diet?

Fight Flu-Causing Germs

Important Water Balance

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