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Hay, Range & Pasture NewsDoppler ultrasound helps scientists understand fescue toxicosis in cattleDoppler technology--the very same used by meteorologists to track thunderstorms--is being used by Agricultural Research Service scientists to better understand the rate at which fescue toxicosis restricts blood flow in cattle. Tall fescue is the predominant grass used for grazing in the United States. But more than 80 percent of the tall fescue in the "Fescue Belt" region--the transition zone between the temperate ... [Read More] Commissioner Staples urges producers in need of hay to utilize hay hotlineTexas Despite some substantial rain across parts of the state, many Texas ranchers continue to struggle to feed livestock due to the lingering drought that has cost the state's agriculture industry approximately $3.6 billion in losses. "The drought has done more than dry up our land and evaporate our reservoirs; it also has destroyed thousands of acres of hay resources for producers who raise cattle, goats and horses... [Read More] Invasives can cost millions; new ones moving into NebraskaNebraska Invasive species can dramatically change the landscape, rivers' hydrology, soil nutrient cycles and land use, said a University of Nebraska-Lincoln project coordinator. "Overall, we see dramatic changes to many ecological processes," said Karie Decker, UNL Invasive Species Project Coordinator. [Read More] Wildlife's home on the Colorado rangePUEBLO, Colo. (AP)--Pronghorn race along a grassy landscape dotted with cholla cactus between watering holes surrounded by trees. A hawk swoops down and comes up with a snake in its talons. A coyote kicks up its heels. [Read More] Soil fertility essential for alfalfa establishmentMissouri Alfalfa is the most productive legume in Missouri. It can be grazed or fed as hay, is productive all summer long except during extreme drought, and has high yield potential. [Read More] Advertisement
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Most hay selling steadyIn Nebraska and the East River area of South Dakota, demand and trade activity very light. Ground and delivered hay trading steady. Pellet sales steady, with light demand and trade activity, according to the USDA-Market News Service, Oct. 23. Prices given on a per-ton basis, unless otherwise noted. [Read More] Most hay prices remain steadyIn Nebraska and the East River area of South Dakota, minimal sales trending steady. Demand and trade activity light. Ground and delivered hay trading steady. [Read More] Most hay prices remain steadyIn Nebraska and the East River area of South Dakota, few sales trading were steady to weak. New sales are at a minimum. Demand and trade activity is light. [Read More] Hay trade mixed, most prices remain steadyIn Nebraska and the East River area of South Dakota, few sales trading steady to weak. New sales area a minimum. Demand and trade activity is light. [Read More]
Kansas hay trade slowIn Kansas, the hay trade is slow. Demand moderate for dairy and stock cow alfalfa, alfalfa pellets, grinding alfalfa and grass hay, according to the Kansas Department of Agriculture-USDA Market News Service, Oct. 20. Prices given on a per-ton basis, unless otherwise noted. Southwest: [Read More] Advertisement
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