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For grazing cattle in the Southeast, warmer weather often signals the onset of those annoying flying pests during the months commonly referred to as “fly season.” In our area, fly season typically runs from the last frost in the spring to…
Read MoreFor cattle producers, spring is the season of several concerns, not the least of which is pinkeye. Though pinkeye can be a tough disease to control, a thorough understanding will make dealing with this troublesome bacterial infection less frustrating. Pinkeye…
Read MorePond care takes work, knowledge, and right products Pond care is more than just making your pond look beautiful. Proper pond care will ensure your body of water is clean, balanced, and safe for fish … but also beautiful! It…
Read MoreSpring is here! Now is the time to prepare your yard for warm temperatures and new growth. Here are some tips to help create a beautiful outdoor space to enjoy all summer. Flowers and Plants Spring is the best time…
Read MoreMost of us eat eggs, but rarely do we consider what goes into the making of one. On average, a hen will lay one egg per day. The process of making an egg takes approximately 25 hours from start to…
Read MoreA well-kept lawn improves the overall appearance of your home. Unfortunately, depleted soil cannot successfully grow turfgrass and leaves your lawn looking barren. A number of factors — such as pH level, lack of nutrients, and soil type — can…
Read MoreLivestock management involves many important duties, and having an accurate weight on these animals is one of them. Therefore, it’s recommended that livestock producers utilize scales. As our friends at Tru-Test, one of Stockdale’s scale manufacturing partners, say, “You can’t…
Read MoreWarmer days and more hours of daylight will be a welcome sight for cattlemen who have battled the cold and mud this winter. Spring pasture growth will soon follow, bringing with them the potential for grass tetany. Also referred to…
Read MoreMost of us eat eggs, but rarely do we consider what goes into the making of one. On average, a hen will lay one egg per day. The process of making an egg takes approximately 25 hours from start to…
Read MoreThe time is here for home fruit growers to make their annual dormant oil application on selected fruit trees and small fruit species. This is one of the most important sprays that can be applied to fruit trees, and one…
Read MoreMarch is almost here — the month when lawns and gardens begin waking up and those with “green thumbs” start itching to get outdoors. While the strong possibility of frosty nights and freezing weather still persists, there are many tasks…
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