Author Archives: Betty Summerhayes, OMAFRA, Technology Transfer Specialist
Are you raising hogs without antibiotics?
Originally posted to ONswine July 3, 2019 by Laura Eastwood, OMAFRA Swine Specialist If so, the Prairie Swine Centre would like to recruit you to participate in a research project! The overall goal of the study is to determine whether … Continue reading
Evaluating a Cow’s ManureOutput Can Provide You With Valuable Input!
Manure is more than a source of nutrient for your fields. It can be used as an indicator of feed efficiency and animal health. Next time you are with your herd, take a few minutes to observe your cow’s manure … Continue reading
Changes to the wildlife compensation program came into effect on February 1, 2019
Outline of changes effective February 1, 2019 Ontario has updated the Ontario Wildlife Damage Compensation Program to ensure the program works as it is intended to support farmers who lose livestock, poultry, or bees to predators. Updates include: More ways … Continue reading
Farm Fencing Systems
A variety of farm fencing systems for confining or excluding various kinds and sizes of livestock is available today. Although most fencing types have many applications on the farm, there is often one type best adapted to a specific function. … Continue reading
Timing Spring Turn-out
Timing Spring Turn-out Spring is in the air, and cattle and farmers alike are eager to start the grazing season. Timing that delightful move is critical, as spring grazing management sets up both yield potential of the pasture and the … Continue reading
Vegetable Crop Report – May 23, 2019
Reblogged from ONvegetables Blog The VCR (vegetable crop report) is a weekly update which includes crop updates, weather and growing degree summaries for various vegetable growing regions across Ontario. Read the full post at: VCR – Vegetable Crop Report – May … Continue reading
Windbreaks Provide Shelter for Cattle
Cattle on pasture don’t always need housing, but they do need shelter from the elements. Windbreaks, either natural or constructed can provide that shelter. Read about natural and manmade windbreaks in Windbreaks Provide Shelter for Cattle.
