The January Feed Outlook report shows this month’s 2024-25 U.S. coarse grains outlook is for reduced supplies, as a decrease in expected corn output more than offsets gains in sorghum production. A slight bump to Sept. 1 corn stocks does little to offset the cut to production – stemming from slashed yields.

Boosts and breaks come at different times and in different forms for everyone, but the important thing is to take them when you have the chance and, when the opportunity presents itself, be the helpful friend or kind stranger someone else may need in their day.

With calving comes a busy time of checking cows multiple times a day, providing adequate nutrition and remembering to update your records regularly during this busy time.

Understanding differences in milk production due to age or genetics, the milk production curve and how milk production affects requirements for energy is important for hay feeding and supplementation strategies.

As we begin to wrap up the winter hay-feeding season and look towards spring, you may find hay resources are beginning to dwindle. There are several things to keep in mind as you manage the gap between now and spring greenup.