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Essential water management strategies and considerations in winter weather

Providing cattle with adequate hydration sources throughout the winter is never a black-and-white situation. Management practices will differ depending on location, infrastructure, quality and available time and labour.
December 3, 2025
Bruce Derksen

Although cattle can survive for a limited time without water, even short-term deprivation leads to declines in feed intake and health risks, particularly increasing mortality hazards and affecting fetal development during winter.


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Irons in the Fire: Simple angels

November 28, 2025
Paul Marchant

October’s promises had vanished with the green flush on the mountain, leaving cows content and a rancher frustrated as winter crept closer. The cold November morning and lingering herd reminder: Mother Nature doesn’t always honor a rancher’s timeline.


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Winterproof your farm tires: Essential tips for the cold season

Simple steps such as checking tire pressure, inspecting for frozen hazards and storing equipment properly can help farmers protect their tires, maintain traction and keep operations running smoothly through winter.
November 24, 2025
Greg Jones

Winter puts your tires to the test – cold starts, icy terrain and low pressure can all derail your day. Some attention now means smoother traction and fewer breakdowns when spring returns.


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5 smart steps to winterize your equipment before storage

Whether equipment will sit idle or stay in service, proper cleaning, inspection and storage now can prevent costly damage later. A few proactive steps ensure your equipment is ready when you are.
November 20, 2025
Sam Ullyott

As fall winds down, forage and dairy producers face a critical shift: prepping equipment for winter.


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West: Winter blues and mental health

November 19, 2025
Sawyer Fonnesbeck

For a long time, there has been a stigma around mental health topics. This is nothing to be ashamed of. We are all going through tough times. However, there is always something positive to look forward to.


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Across the Fence: Christmas and an end-of-the-year review

November 18, 2025
Marci Whitehurst

I used to get up early and go to town for Black Friday shopping, trying to get deals on family presents. I love giving gifts, and it was fun to look for what I knew family members would enjoy while also getting a good deal.


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Working in winter weather

Maintaining adequate lighting, clearing snow and ice from walkways, wearing appropriate footwear and ensuring your vehicle is winter-ready can improve safety when temperatures drop.
November 4, 2025
Cheryl DeCooman

Winter weather brings cold temperatures and severe conditions that create various workplace hazards. While snow and ice are inevitable, injuries are not. Being proactive with a comprehensive winter safety plan is essential to ensure the safety of all workers.


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Keeping your cow herd healthy and productive this winter

Colder weather means your cows' energy requirements are higher. Keep these tips in mind to determine how your cows are doing and to help them thrive this winter.
October 30, 2025
Sam Wyffels

Colder weather means your cows' energy requirements are higher. Keep these tips in mind to determine how your cows are doing and to help them thrive this winter.



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To catch a soil thief

Winter in the heartland turns ruthless with wind stripping soil from frozen fields and embedding it in dirty snowbanks. This erosion steals nutrients and hard-earned investments from farms. Windbreaks, installed before the freeze, can slow winter’s assault and protect the land.
October 28, 2025
Dustin Sawyer

Winter strikes the Midwest with winds that strip soil from dormant fields, stealing nutrients and hard-earned investment. Learn how to thwart this soil thief with carefully placed windbreaks.


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Boosting winter forage digestibility with bacillus-based solutions

Keeping cattle nutrition up through the winter is a tall order because of variable forage quality and environmental conditions. Probiotics can be a valuable tool to offset these challenges.
October 27, 2025
Greg Eckerle

Winter feeding presents one of the greatest challenges for beef cattle producers. Forage quality often declines once pastures mature or when hay is harvested under less-than-ideal conditions.


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