The third generation of the Cates family to farm within Lowery Creek's twists and turns is committed to conservation and providing high-quality grass-fed beef.

The proper management of nutrients is fundamental to effectively use manure and reach the highest cost-benefit.

Nationwide, 14.6 million acres are cultivated for alfalfa. Critics argue this is too much for regions with limited water, yet they fail to compare these numbers to other staple crops. 

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Calving season was upon me. I was just finishing up my last hourlong run through the cows and heifers. It had been a cold night, and with 3 inches of snow on the ground, I dared not leave anything to chance.

There’s only one surefire way to know what hay weighs: Put it on a scale. However, most buyers and sellers don’t have a scale big enough or handy enough to weigh bales.