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

Soil testing helps producers tailor nutrient and pH management across mixed forage systems for healthier stands and stronger yields.

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.

After years of drought, Nebraska hay producers faced a new challenge in 2025: too much rain. This high-moisture hay raises new questions about winter feeding strategies.

Llamas and alpacas may graze like cattle, but their nutritional needs tell a different story. With limited gut capacity and constant dry matter intake, these fiber-producing camelids rely on nutrient-dense forage to meet their protein, energy and micronutrient needs.

Crinkled leaves and discolored tops signal boron is missing and forage quality is decreasing. Boosting leaf growth with this micronutrient can mean higher feed value and healthier roots.

As early-lactation dairy cows demand increasingly digestible forages, producers continue to challenge the limits of nutrient delivery. New data and decades of USDA-ARS research confirm that digestibility is key to unlocking forage value.

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.

Better quality feed equals more milk.

Mineral mixes and supplements can be formulated with several trace mineral sources, each with advantages and disadvantages. There are some commonly held perceptions around trace minerals and their “benefits” that need attention in order to optimize performance, health and feed costs.