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As winter begins to loosen its grip, many farm and livestock owners face a familiar challenge: mud season. Melting snow, frozen ground, and early spring rains can quickly turn pastures, pens, and walkways into muddy messes. While mud may seem like a temporary nuisance, it can create serious problems for animal health, equipment, and property if left unmanaged. A little preparation now can save time, money, and frustration later. Why Mud Season Matters Excessive mud isn’t just inconvenient — it can lead to hoof and leg issues, increase the risk of injury, damage equipment, and cause long-term wear on barns...

Feeding livestock through winter takes more than just having enough — it’s about keeping your feed fresh, safe, and nutritious. Poor storage or moisture exposure can quickly spoil feed, leading to waste and potential health problems. Here’s how to protect your investment and ensure your animals get the most out of every bite. 1. Store Hay the Right Way Keep hay dry and elevated off the ground on pallets or mats to prevent moisture damage. Cover stacks with tarps or store in a well-ventilated shed to reduce mold and nutrient loss. Regularly inspect bales for musty smells or discoloration. 2....

When the temperature drops, your animals feel the effects just as much as you do. Winter can be a challenging season for farmers and livestock owners — not just because of the cold, but because of the extra care animals need to stay healthy and productive. With a few smart management steps, you can help prevent stress, illness, and weight loss throughout the season. 1. Recognize Signs of Cold-Weather Stress Animals under cold stress often eat more but still lose weight, shiver, or become lethargic. Horses may stand hunched with their tails tucked, while cattle or goats might huddle closely...

Whether you need to purchase gifts, greeting cards, dinner fixin's, baked goods, twinkle lights, decorations or even just some extra chairs, a new welcome mat, spare bedding or one more air mattress, the holiday season can seem like it's all about shopping. It is easy to get overwhelmed with sales flyers, doorbuster deals, free shipping and online offers, especially from large, nationwide chains. No matter what you need or want to buy, however, if you shop local this holiday season, you will get far more than just your purchase, and every penny you spend benefits many more people than just...

Whether you need to purchase gifts, greeting cards, dinner fixin's, baked goods, twinkle lights, decorations or even just some extra chairs, a new welcome mat, spare bedding or one more air mattress, the holiday season can seem like it's all about shopping. It is easy to get overwhelmed with sales flyers, doorbuster deals, free shipping and online offers, especially from large, nationwide chains. No matter what you need or want to buy, however, if you shop local this holiday season, you will get far more than just your purchase, and every penny you spend benefits many more people than just...