Manure can contain significant amounts of nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), potassium (K) and other essential plant nutrients.

In today’s uncertain economy, business owners from all walks of life are looking for opportunities to create new income streams, cash flow and decrease potential liabilities. Farmers are in a unique position to use carbon credits as a means of achieving all three goals.

I came across a neighbor who was working in his shop. His real name was Herbert, but we all just called him Pop. He has gotten hard of hearing, which can happen growing old. I guess the roar of table saws and planers took their toll.

Ration changes occur for a variety of reasons on a commercial dairy.

If you answered “not good” or an even harsher response to the question in my headline, this is the issue for you. We have spoken to many of you. We know of your struggle both financially and emotionally.

Dairy check-off leaders recently announced a new partnership with Dominos to increase pizza sales and the amount of cheese used on pizza.

These are unprecedented times in the dairy industry, and the current pricing structure is more than just a problem for dairy producers. The volatility in the dairy industry, from high price to low price, has increased in recent years, with even less time between the peaks and valleys – almost to the point of being unmanageable.

With milk prices dropping and feed prices changing weekly, dairy managers are making key decisions that can be squeezing or reducing profit margins. While economical feeding programs can be a plus, making correct decisions will be important.

FROM dairyeditor’s BLOG • Feb. 18, 2009 Invest in tools to pinpoint inefficiencies

Editor’s note: The following is a question-and-answer roundtable with progressive dairymen, nutritionists, veterinarians and other selected dairy staff members at Form-A-Feed Inc. and TechMix Inc.