Ag News and Views: January 2014
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Buyer goals determine land purchase considerations
When purchasing agricultural land, it is essential to define the overall goal of the acquisition. Some people buy for quality-of-life reasons. Sometimes land is purchased as an investment. Others purchase to generate a profit from agricultural practices.
Duck abundance depends on impoundment traits
Characteristics and management of a pond or marsh influence its ability to attract migratory ducks.
Eight steps aid successful native grass establishment
Native grass plantings are of increased interest to producers. The pros relative to introduced perennial pasture grasses are noteworthy.
Fertilizer rates affect bermudagrass varieties differently
There are many varieties of bermudagrass, and they respond to nitrogen fertilizer in different ways. A research study was conducted to see if fertilizer could be used more efficiently by fertilizing different varieties to their optimum response rate.
Northern cardinal fascinates birdwatchers year-round
The northern cardinal is found across the eastern half of the United States, even into extreme southeastern Canada and much of Mexico.
Replacement cow traits affect producer success
Many producers who reduced cow numbers in the recent drought years are considering adding females to their herds again. At current replacement female prices, we have to do everything possible to enable the cows to cover their initial cost over time and to set them up for success.