Precision tools and long‑view management help Klondike Farms turn complex field variability into confident, data‑driven decisions.

When herds increase in size faster than acreage, overlooked nutrient gaps can quietly cap forage tonnage.

There are quite a few reasons Paige and Marcus Dueck’s farm in Kleefeld, Manitoba, stand out from most. They milk their herd of 50 Brown Swiss with a tiestall automated milking system. They also farm 900 acres, own a nutrient management consulting business, raise two daughters and keep the barn doors open to tours.

Sediment and nutrient losses decrease when forage systems keep soil covered, and NRCS supports this with targeted conservation planning and practice design.

Salt is necessary for our livestock’s health – and they love the stuff. But it’s easy to go too far. Look out for these common pitfalls when developing your herd’s nutrition plan.

Warm‑season annuals are gaining attention in the Southeast as producers look for higher‑quality forages that outperform traditional bahiagrass and bermudagrass.

The foundation of a strong mineral program for your cow herd can pay major dividends, not only for the coming year’s calf crop but for years down the line.

As the crop year winds down and uncertainty looms for 2026, one thing remains clear: Informed farmers make better decisions.

There is more we can do nutritionally to prevent lameness in horses. Ensuring a well-balanced diet along with monitoring body condition can go a long way in preventing lameness and delaying the onset of some metabolic issues.

Genetic advances in the cattle industry have resulted in animals with rapid growth rates and increased production efficiencies, requiring critical minerals and vitamins. As cow-calf producers strive to become more efficient through extended grazing programs such as fall/winter swath and bale grazing, the industry standard of providing free-choice mineral and vitamin supplements to herds often results in sporadic consumption by individual animals.