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Biosolids can be a cost-effective source of nutrients to support crop production. Responsible use of this resource, however, entails carefully…

Carefully-collected animal manure was once the main source of nutrients for crop production. Today, horse owners with one or more animals often don’t…

Although improving soil fertility by additions of fertilizer, lime, or wood-ash based on a soil test can do much to increase a field’s productivity,…

There are plenty of times when having hard copy of crop records can be handy, and this worksheet allows you to keep track of crop information, soil…

Many species of grasses and legumes serve as forages. However, not all forage species are suited to New Hampshire’s climate and growing season, nor…

Some pastures and hayfields that need improvement aren’t well suited to conventional renovation. A pasture may be too steep or too rocky for…

Many livestock species use forages as their primary source of nutrition. Therefore, it is important to provide animals with the best quality forage…

The most important considerations in establishing new forage stands are soil fertility, field preparation, seeding method, and weed management.…

What Are Heavy Metals? Heavy metals are a class of elements that include lead, copper, arsenic, and cadmium, and can be toxic to humans and plants…

USDA's DMI Calculation Worksheet utilizing National Research Council referenced values for Dry Matter Demand. *Spreadsheet created by Michal…

General Considerations Factors Affecting Feeding Performance Genetics Feed efficiency in swine is about 35% inherited, and 30% growth…

In June of 2012 and 2013, Alan Eaton, Ross MacKeil, Elizabeth Puris, Daimon Meeh, Steven Turaj and Carl Majewski made a preliminary survey of New…

Make sure that all of your hens are earning their keep. This video will give you tips to identifying which chickens are in good laying condition…

Broilers are hybrid chickens bred for fast growth and finish. Typically raised to about 5 pounds, they are usually processed between 7 and 9 weeks of…

Haymaking combines science and art. Old timers knew just the right feel of hay before it was ready to put into the barn. It’s hard to quantify that…

As New Hampshire becomes more urban, the potential for conflict between the farming and non-farming communities increases. By using *best management…