Local producers are adapting strategies to benefit from cover crops in our region and on their farms. Marc Bercier, Warren Schneckenburger, Mike Schouten & Matt Taylor
From fertilizer management to coulters versus shanks, the “how to” from growers making it work! Ben Rosser, OMAFRA Panel: Warren Schneckenburger and Mike Schouten
Nils den Besten owns a farm with 100 cows that produces 1,000,000 kg of milk per year on 45 hectares of grassland and 10 hectares of cornland. The farm also has 65 young stock, 2 milking robots, and 2 tractors. Over one lifetime, the average number of cows per farm has increased tenfold, while the total number of cows remained about the same. Milk yield per cow has more than doubled and almost all cows are part of milk recording programs now. The key drivers of success for Nils' farm are family ownership, strong cooperative policy, cooperation among farmers, and having a passion for the work.
Thanks Santhosh for this PPT. (http://yourstory.in/2013/09/amrutha-dairy-farms-journey-it-to-dairy-farming-santhosh-d-singh/)
I had this in front of me when carrying on the telephonic interview with Santhosh. (https://soundcloud.com/your-story/santhosh-singh-amrutha-dairy)
The document discusses problems with sugar cane cultivation including high costs, low yields, and land scarcity. It proposes introducing additional crops like mustard and beekeeping to utilize unused land and make the business more profitable. Specifics include:
- Cultivating mustard seeds between sugar cane rows to produce mustard oil and utilize land.
- Setting up honeybee boxes to produce honey and wax for additional income streams.
- Introducing these additional products could help overcome losses from sugar cane alone and make the business profitable.
- Calculations show the traditional method loses money while the new multi-crop approach could increase profits by $47,000 per year.
This document discusses factors to consider in broiler raising such as housing, equipment, chick selection, and production systems. It describes the all-in-all-out system, two stage operation, and multiple stage and contract growing systems. Key parameters for a profitable broiler operation in the Philippines include feed conversion ratio, mortality rate, and price of liveweight. Popular broiler strains marketed in the Philippines are Anak 2000, Arbor Acre, Cobb, and Ross.
Henry Denotter of Denotter Farms Inc. discusses residue management practices on clay soils in Essex County, Ontario. He plants all corn on 20-inch rows and harvests it leaving long, stringy residue to feed the next crop. His goal is to plant 100% no-till. He soil samples regularly and applies fertilizer according to 4R guidelines to maximize heat units of 3400 and manage residue cover, especially in fields with little elevation change.
This document discusses research into the sustainability of roofed winter feeding barns for small cow/calf operations. The research was conducted on Meadow View Farm in West Virginia, which uses various conservation practices including prescribed grazing and a roofed winter feeding area. Initial nutrient management research found the winter feeding pasture accumulated 286 pounds of phosphorus per year, resulting in very high soil P levels and potential runoff. Options considered to address this include total confinement, a wood chip pad, or rotational winter grazing on hay fields. The landowner committed to the rotational winter grazing approach to improve nutrient cycling while limiting damage to hay fields.
Martin stainesvasse open day talk 15sep2010 verion3VasseSep2010
The Greener Pastures project aimed to help farmers increase profits through better pasture management and responsible nitrogen use. Research was conducted 2005-2010 at farms and research stations. Key findings were that grazing pastures at 3 leaves instead of 2 leaves increased annual pasture utilization by 20% and that nitrogen fertilizer alone does not increase pasture growth - maintaining the proper grazing rotation is also important to get the full benefits from fertilizer. The results suggest focusing on grazing management and fine-tuning nitrogen guidelines to increase farm sustainability and profits.
From fertilizer management to coulters versus shanks, the “how to” from growers making it work! Ben Rosser, OMAFRA Panel: Warren Schneckenburger and Mike Schouten
Nils den Besten owns a farm with 100 cows that produces 1,000,000 kg of milk per year on 45 hectares of grassland and 10 hectares of cornland. The farm also has 65 young stock, 2 milking robots, and 2 tractors. Over one lifetime, the average number of cows per farm has increased tenfold, while the total number of cows remained about the same. Milk yield per cow has more than doubled and almost all cows are part of milk recording programs now. The key drivers of success for Nils' farm are family ownership, strong cooperative policy, cooperation among farmers, and having a passion for the work.
Thanks Santhosh for this PPT. (http://yourstory.in/2013/09/amrutha-dairy-farms-journey-it-to-dairy-farming-santhosh-d-singh/)
I had this in front of me when carrying on the telephonic interview with Santhosh. (https://soundcloud.com/your-story/santhosh-singh-amrutha-dairy)
The document discusses problems with sugar cane cultivation including high costs, low yields, and land scarcity. It proposes introducing additional crops like mustard and beekeeping to utilize unused land and make the business more profitable. Specifics include:
- Cultivating mustard seeds between sugar cane rows to produce mustard oil and utilize land.
- Setting up honeybee boxes to produce honey and wax for additional income streams.
- Introducing these additional products could help overcome losses from sugar cane alone and make the business profitable.
- Calculations show the traditional method loses money while the new multi-crop approach could increase profits by $47,000 per year.
This document discusses factors to consider in broiler raising such as housing, equipment, chick selection, and production systems. It describes the all-in-all-out system, two stage operation, and multiple stage and contract growing systems. Key parameters for a profitable broiler operation in the Philippines include feed conversion ratio, mortality rate, and price of liveweight. Popular broiler strains marketed in the Philippines are Anak 2000, Arbor Acre, Cobb, and Ross.
Henry Denotter of Denotter Farms Inc. discusses residue management practices on clay soils in Essex County, Ontario. He plants all corn on 20-inch rows and harvests it leaving long, stringy residue to feed the next crop. His goal is to plant 100% no-till. He soil samples regularly and applies fertilizer according to 4R guidelines to maximize heat units of 3400 and manage residue cover, especially in fields with little elevation change.
This document discusses research into the sustainability of roofed winter feeding barns for small cow/calf operations. The research was conducted on Meadow View Farm in West Virginia, which uses various conservation practices including prescribed grazing and a roofed winter feeding area. Initial nutrient management research found the winter feeding pasture accumulated 286 pounds of phosphorus per year, resulting in very high soil P levels and potential runoff. Options considered to address this include total confinement, a wood chip pad, or rotational winter grazing on hay fields. The landowner committed to the rotational winter grazing approach to improve nutrient cycling while limiting damage to hay fields.
Martin stainesvasse open day talk 15sep2010 verion3VasseSep2010
The Greener Pastures project aimed to help farmers increase profits through better pasture management and responsible nitrogen use. Research was conducted 2005-2010 at farms and research stations. Key findings were that grazing pastures at 3 leaves instead of 2 leaves increased annual pasture utilization by 20% and that nitrogen fertilizer alone does not increase pasture growth - maintaining the proper grazing rotation is also important to get the full benefits from fertilizer. The results suggest focusing on grazing management and fine-tuning nitrogen guidelines to increase farm sustainability and profits.
Crop rotation is important for profitability, productivity and resilience. Diverse crop rotations that include cereals provide several benefits: they increase long-term soil productivity and health by improving soil structure and fertility; enhance resilience to stress years; and reduce pest pressure. Cereals provide good options for early planting and leave residual nitrogen that lowers fertilizer needs for subsequent crops. Winter wheat in particular has been shown to increase soybean and corn yields in subsequent years. While diverse rotations require more management, they can improve overall farm income and stability through higher, more consistent yields over time.
Presentation-Irish Farmers Journal-Jack Kennedy May 2014All_about_business
This document discusses strategies for dairy farm expansion and management. It provides advice on developing a written plan that focuses on stocking rate and land availability, quality animal performance, labor needs, investment and cash flow, and new business thinking. Specific tips include optimizing calving patterns and herd health, reducing replacement rates, using contractors, and expanding in staged developments based on profitability projections and financial planning. Caution is advised around overcapitalizing and ensuring systems remain efficient and profitable with labor-saving practices as expansion occurs.
This document provides a recipe for walnut bread. It calls for 360g each of sourdough and bread flour, 90g of rye flour, 8g of yeast, 275-300g of water, 10g of salt, and 100g of green walnuts. The ingredients are mixed together and kneaded for 8 minutes, then allowed to rise before being shaped and baked for 15-20 minutes for muffins or 30-35 minutes for bread.
This document provides a recipe for brioche. It lists the ingredients as 900g strong bread flour, 15g salt, 25g fresh yeast, 8 eggs, 300ml lukewarm water, 55g caster sugar, and 450g soft unsalted butter. The method describes mixing the butter and sugar, proofing the yeast in water, mixing the dry and wet ingredients, proving and chilling the dough, shaping it, and baking at 200C until golden brown. Tips are provided on shaping the dough into a plaited or ball loaf and allowing it to fully cool before removing from tins.
This recipe calls for a chocolate chip-graham crust made from ground Keebler Bite Size Rainbow Chips Deluxe cookies, Keebler Cinnamon Graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and melted butter. The ingredients are combined and pressed into a pie pan before baking at 375°F for 7 to 10 minutes to make a crust for one 9-inch pie.
Wade Dooley discusses using various cover crops for additional forage in livestock operations. Some options discussed include rye following corn silage that can be grazed or hayed, winter wheat broadcast into standing soybeans, and oats and turnips late-summer seeded to scavenge residual nitrogen and then grazed in November. Cover crops provide better erosion control than tillage and various mixtures like oats and radishes drilled mid-summer can improve soil quality.
This document provides a recipe for roti (serves 2) that includes ingredients and instructions. The ingredients are 400g of stoneground whole wheat flour (atta) and warm water. The instructions describe how to knead the flour and water into a dough for 5 minutes, divide into portions, roll each into 10cm flat discs, and cook on a heated griddle until bubbly on both sides and opaque. The roti should be kept warm after cooking by smearing with oil or butter and wrapping in foil.
Balancing cattle and land in the heat of the drought - 0615FGcass_step5
Henry Giacomini operates a cattle ranch in northern California spanning 60,000 acres. He emphasizes the importance of balancing economics, cattle management, and land health to sustainably operate during drought conditions. Giacomini tailors his grazing management to each property's conditions, such as reducing stocking rates and rotating pastures. This improves soil and vegetation while minimizing costs. Through adaptive management practices and prioritizing land stewardship, Giacomini has successfully operated his ranch for 25 years, including through the ongoing drought.
Dr. Kyle Coble - How We Implement MarketingJohn Blue
How We Implement Marketing - Dr. Kyle Coble, New Fashion Pork, from the 2016 Allen D. Leman Swine Conference, September 17-20, 2016, St. Paul, Minnesota, USA.
More presentations at http://www.swinecast.com/2016-leman-swine-conference-material
This document provides a recipe for making French baguettes. The ingredients include flour, salt, water, yeast and sugar. The method describes mixing the ingredients into a dough and kneading it for 10 minutes until supple and elastic. The dough is then placed in a warm area to rise for about an hour, punched down, shaped into baguettes, allowed to rise again for up to an hour, brushed with water and baked for 30 minutes. Tips are also provided but not described.
Pasture Management For Horse Acreages (Freeman)Gwyn Shelle
This document summarizes a presentation on pasture management for horse acreages. It discusses that pastures require managed grazing strategies and grass management routines. Both controlled grazing and agronomic practices are needed to develop an effective pasture management system. It also outlines factors to consider like what forages grow best based on climate, soil type, and topography. Combining horse grazing habits with good agricultural practices can help develop a sustainable pasture.
Bryant Ussher established a Leucaena-based cattle grazing system on his property after years of struggling with low rainfall and poor farming conditions. The introduction of Leucaena improved the carrying capacity from 1 livestock unit per 6 acres on natural grass to 1 unit per 2.5 acres with Leucaena. It also increased average daily weight gain from 0.8 kg to 1 kg per head. This allowed Bryant to maintain a viable cattle operation despite dry seasonal conditions, with production of high quality protein and improvements to soil and potential future carbon credits achieved with no chemical inputs or diesel use. Bryant found the Leucaena system addressed sustainability, profitability, environmental protection and productivity goals.
1. Switchgrass is a low-input, perennial grass that is well-suited to growing on marginal lands, producing 7-11 tonnes/ha of straw.
2. Dairy producers prefer switchgrass to wheat straw as livestock bedding due to its superior ability to absorb fluids and maintain a dry stall environment.
3. Feeding switchgrass in dairy rations can benefit rumen function for lactating cows and help prevent disorders in dry cows by reducing dietary potassium levels compared to alfalfa hay or wheat straw.
The report summarizes a visit to the Engro Dairy Farm in Nara, Pakistan. The farm has over 4,300 cows that produce 43,000 liters of milk daily. It uses modern milking systems and houses cows in Saudi barns and corrals. The farm aims to expand operations and has a structured organizational system. Safety and quality standards like ISO and DuPont are implemented. The farm provides housing for employees and aims to increase renewable energy sources like biogas.
This document provides a recipe for making pitta bread. It lists the ingredients as 200g plain flour, 110ml water, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon sugar, and 10g fresh yeast. The method describes how to make the dough by dissolving the yeast in water, combining the dry ingredients, kneading the dough, proving it, shaping into rounds, baking for 8 minutes per side at 220C, and allowing to cool slightly before serving. The document notes that the pitta bread goes well with homemade falafels.
The document discusses innovations in agricultural machinery and techniques. It introduces the Supercrop1 system from Acres machinery, which combines raking, conditioning, and tedding crops into a single machine. It also describes a new film-binding baler, the McHale F5600 Plus, which applies film to bales for improved wrapping. Additionally, it provides details on Keenan's first self-propelled forage mixer, the MechFiber345SP, and the updated Samco BagPress 2 forage bagger with integrated high-output crimper.
The document summarizes a feeder certification program created by GPS Dairy Consulting to teach dairy nutrition basics to feed managers. The three-tier program includes Level 1 courses focused on essential feeding topics like ration balancing, Level 2 with more advanced content, and a Master Feeder certification. Level 1 schools were held on farms and included demonstrations of concepts like how moisture impacts feed dry matter. The goal is to elevate the role of feeders by improving their skills and knowledge given the large impact of feeding management on dairy farm finances.
This document summarizes Germinal's forage seed options for Irish farmers in 2015. It introduces their top varieties for grazing, silage, and difficult soils. Their mixtures include the top 5 varieties on the Pasture Profit Index and are designed to maximize profit through high yields and quality. The document provides information on the individual varieties, their traits and performance data from trials. It emphasizes that quality forage is key to profitable livestock farming.
From compaction to tile spacing, learn the many factors
that determine the best drainage system for profit and environmental benefit. Peter Johnson, RealAgriculture & Jesse Tait, Tait Farm Drainage
This document discusses cover crops for additional forage in livestock and dairy operations. It covers establishment issues, animal performance considerations, variety selection factors, yield variability, and costs associated with cover crops. Establishment depends on planting timing and method. Variety selection is based on objectives, timing and resources. Yield depends on weather and can vary widely. Costs range widely from $9-90 per acre depending on seeding and harvest methods. Cover crops may suppress following crop yields depending on termination timing and biomass. Resources for more information are provided.
The document summarizes presentations from Grey Bruce Farmer's Week 2015 about goat farming operations. Kevin Weaver discussed his dairy goat farm with 300 Alpine goats that produces high quality milk. Peter and Amy Vingerhoeds transitioned their hobby meat goat farm to a commercial operation with an emphasis on labour efficiency. Their new barn facilities include natural ventilation, separate feeding areas, and bulk storage to reduce costs and waste. Through improved facilities and management, they increased their herd from 20-30 goats to 80 productive does.
Crop rotation is important for profitability, productivity and resilience. Diverse crop rotations that include cereals provide several benefits: they increase long-term soil productivity and health by improving soil structure and fertility; enhance resilience to stress years; and reduce pest pressure. Cereals provide good options for early planting and leave residual nitrogen that lowers fertilizer needs for subsequent crops. Winter wheat in particular has been shown to increase soybean and corn yields in subsequent years. While diverse rotations require more management, they can improve overall farm income and stability through higher, more consistent yields over time.
Presentation-Irish Farmers Journal-Jack Kennedy May 2014All_about_business
This document discusses strategies for dairy farm expansion and management. It provides advice on developing a written plan that focuses on stocking rate and land availability, quality animal performance, labor needs, investment and cash flow, and new business thinking. Specific tips include optimizing calving patterns and herd health, reducing replacement rates, using contractors, and expanding in staged developments based on profitability projections and financial planning. Caution is advised around overcapitalizing and ensuring systems remain efficient and profitable with labor-saving practices as expansion occurs.
This document provides a recipe for walnut bread. It calls for 360g each of sourdough and bread flour, 90g of rye flour, 8g of yeast, 275-300g of water, 10g of salt, and 100g of green walnuts. The ingredients are mixed together and kneaded for 8 minutes, then allowed to rise before being shaped and baked for 15-20 minutes for muffins or 30-35 minutes for bread.
This document provides a recipe for brioche. It lists the ingredients as 900g strong bread flour, 15g salt, 25g fresh yeast, 8 eggs, 300ml lukewarm water, 55g caster sugar, and 450g soft unsalted butter. The method describes mixing the butter and sugar, proofing the yeast in water, mixing the dry and wet ingredients, proving and chilling the dough, shaping it, and baking at 200C until golden brown. Tips are provided on shaping the dough into a plaited or ball loaf and allowing it to fully cool before removing from tins.
This recipe calls for a chocolate chip-graham crust made from ground Keebler Bite Size Rainbow Chips Deluxe cookies, Keebler Cinnamon Graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and melted butter. The ingredients are combined and pressed into a pie pan before baking at 375°F for 7 to 10 minutes to make a crust for one 9-inch pie.
Wade Dooley discusses using various cover crops for additional forage in livestock operations. Some options discussed include rye following corn silage that can be grazed or hayed, winter wheat broadcast into standing soybeans, and oats and turnips late-summer seeded to scavenge residual nitrogen and then grazed in November. Cover crops provide better erosion control than tillage and various mixtures like oats and radishes drilled mid-summer can improve soil quality.
This document provides a recipe for roti (serves 2) that includes ingredients and instructions. The ingredients are 400g of stoneground whole wheat flour (atta) and warm water. The instructions describe how to knead the flour and water into a dough for 5 minutes, divide into portions, roll each into 10cm flat discs, and cook on a heated griddle until bubbly on both sides and opaque. The roti should be kept warm after cooking by smearing with oil or butter and wrapping in foil.
Balancing cattle and land in the heat of the drought - 0615FGcass_step5
Henry Giacomini operates a cattle ranch in northern California spanning 60,000 acres. He emphasizes the importance of balancing economics, cattle management, and land health to sustainably operate during drought conditions. Giacomini tailors his grazing management to each property's conditions, such as reducing stocking rates and rotating pastures. This improves soil and vegetation while minimizing costs. Through adaptive management practices and prioritizing land stewardship, Giacomini has successfully operated his ranch for 25 years, including through the ongoing drought.
Dr. Kyle Coble - How We Implement MarketingJohn Blue
How We Implement Marketing - Dr. Kyle Coble, New Fashion Pork, from the 2016 Allen D. Leman Swine Conference, September 17-20, 2016, St. Paul, Minnesota, USA.
More presentations at http://www.swinecast.com/2016-leman-swine-conference-material
This document provides a recipe for making French baguettes. The ingredients include flour, salt, water, yeast and sugar. The method describes mixing the ingredients into a dough and kneading it for 10 minutes until supple and elastic. The dough is then placed in a warm area to rise for about an hour, punched down, shaped into baguettes, allowed to rise again for up to an hour, brushed with water and baked for 30 minutes. Tips are also provided but not described.
Pasture Management For Horse Acreages (Freeman)Gwyn Shelle
This document summarizes a presentation on pasture management for horse acreages. It discusses that pastures require managed grazing strategies and grass management routines. Both controlled grazing and agronomic practices are needed to develop an effective pasture management system. It also outlines factors to consider like what forages grow best based on climate, soil type, and topography. Combining horse grazing habits with good agricultural practices can help develop a sustainable pasture.
Bryant Ussher established a Leucaena-based cattle grazing system on his property after years of struggling with low rainfall and poor farming conditions. The introduction of Leucaena improved the carrying capacity from 1 livestock unit per 6 acres on natural grass to 1 unit per 2.5 acres with Leucaena. It also increased average daily weight gain from 0.8 kg to 1 kg per head. This allowed Bryant to maintain a viable cattle operation despite dry seasonal conditions, with production of high quality protein and improvements to soil and potential future carbon credits achieved with no chemical inputs or diesel use. Bryant found the Leucaena system addressed sustainability, profitability, environmental protection and productivity goals.
1. Switchgrass is a low-input, perennial grass that is well-suited to growing on marginal lands, producing 7-11 tonnes/ha of straw.
2. Dairy producers prefer switchgrass to wheat straw as livestock bedding due to its superior ability to absorb fluids and maintain a dry stall environment.
3. Feeding switchgrass in dairy rations can benefit rumen function for lactating cows and help prevent disorders in dry cows by reducing dietary potassium levels compared to alfalfa hay or wheat straw.
The report summarizes a visit to the Engro Dairy Farm in Nara, Pakistan. The farm has over 4,300 cows that produce 43,000 liters of milk daily. It uses modern milking systems and houses cows in Saudi barns and corrals. The farm aims to expand operations and has a structured organizational system. Safety and quality standards like ISO and DuPont are implemented. The farm provides housing for employees and aims to increase renewable energy sources like biogas.
This document provides a recipe for making pitta bread. It lists the ingredients as 200g plain flour, 110ml water, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon sugar, and 10g fresh yeast. The method describes how to make the dough by dissolving the yeast in water, combining the dry ingredients, kneading the dough, proving it, shaping into rounds, baking for 8 minutes per side at 220C, and allowing to cool slightly before serving. The document notes that the pitta bread goes well with homemade falafels.
The document discusses innovations in agricultural machinery and techniques. It introduces the Supercrop1 system from Acres machinery, which combines raking, conditioning, and tedding crops into a single machine. It also describes a new film-binding baler, the McHale F5600 Plus, which applies film to bales for improved wrapping. Additionally, it provides details on Keenan's first self-propelled forage mixer, the MechFiber345SP, and the updated Samco BagPress 2 forage bagger with integrated high-output crimper.
The document summarizes a feeder certification program created by GPS Dairy Consulting to teach dairy nutrition basics to feed managers. The three-tier program includes Level 1 courses focused on essential feeding topics like ration balancing, Level 2 with more advanced content, and a Master Feeder certification. Level 1 schools were held on farms and included demonstrations of concepts like how moisture impacts feed dry matter. The goal is to elevate the role of feeders by improving their skills and knowledge given the large impact of feeding management on dairy farm finances.
This document summarizes Germinal's forage seed options for Irish farmers in 2015. It introduces their top varieties for grazing, silage, and difficult soils. Their mixtures include the top 5 varieties on the Pasture Profit Index and are designed to maximize profit through high yields and quality. The document provides information on the individual varieties, their traits and performance data from trials. It emphasizes that quality forage is key to profitable livestock farming.
From compaction to tile spacing, learn the many factors
that determine the best drainage system for profit and environmental benefit. Peter Johnson, RealAgriculture & Jesse Tait, Tait Farm Drainage
This document discusses cover crops for additional forage in livestock and dairy operations. It covers establishment issues, animal performance considerations, variety selection factors, yield variability, and costs associated with cover crops. Establishment depends on planting timing and method. Variety selection is based on objectives, timing and resources. Yield depends on weather and can vary widely. Costs range widely from $9-90 per acre depending on seeding and harvest methods. Cover crops may suppress following crop yields depending on termination timing and biomass. Resources for more information are provided.
The document summarizes presentations from Grey Bruce Farmer's Week 2015 about goat farming operations. Kevin Weaver discussed his dairy goat farm with 300 Alpine goats that produces high quality milk. Peter and Amy Vingerhoeds transitioned their hobby meat goat farm to a commercial operation with an emphasis on labour efficiency. Their new barn facilities include natural ventilation, separate feeding areas, and bulk storage to reduce costs and waste. Through improved facilities and management, they increased their herd from 20-30 goats to 80 productive does.
This document discusses sustainable livestock and crop production. It begins with definitions of sustainability in agriculture. It then describes several sustainability initiatives and certification programs in Canada including the Global Roundtable for Sustainable Beef, Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef, and Sustainable Agriculture Initiative Platform. The rest of the document focuses on describing a theoretical model sustainable farm in Ontario with details on its crop rotations, livestock species included, feed requirements, manure and nutrient outputs, and protein production potentials of different livestock combinations.
For more: http://www.extension.org/67595 Typically cattle producers can have improved animal performance through controlled systems such as an open lot feedlot. Open lots provide for improved control of diet, health, and monitoring of activity of the animals. Feeding areas such as these also can have disadvantages such as solid manure accumulation, surface water contamination when runoff water is uncontrolled, such systems are labor and machine intensive, and can contribute herd health issues because of high stocking densities, dust, or mud. Forage based grazing can negate many of these issues and is arguably more sustainable and environmentally friendly. However intensive grazing strategies must be employed to obtain comparable productivity. Development of technology that allows for these benefits is needed. Cross fencing and rotational grazing practices would benefit from more flexible and less labor intensive ways of controlling the grazing area.
Crisp Malt share insights into the Craft Malting and Distilling Process including the company introduction. Barley growing and malting process and the importance of non-glycosidic nitrile (GN) barley varieties in Distilling. Distillers requirements. Plain Pot Distilled Malt, Peated Malt and High Diastatic Malt. Scottish Whisky and American Whiskey (mixed grains) are explored. Other malts including highly kilned, roasted and heritage malts are explored alongside unmalted cereals - flaked and torrefied.
Presentation during the Bureau of Agricultural Research (BAR) Seminar Series on July 25, 2019 at RDMIC Bldg., cor. Visayas Ave., Elliptical Rd., Diliman, Quezon City
Brad Bergefurd, Jamie Arthur - Barley And Hops ProductionJohn Blue
Barley And Hops Production - Brad Bergefurd, Ohio State University South Centers; Jamie Arthur, Little Miami Farms, from the 2018 Conservation Tillage and Technology Conference, March 6 - 7, Ada, OH, USA.
More presentations at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZBwPfKdlk4SB63zZy16kyA
This document summarizes research on developing new agronomic techniques for growing high quality organic sweet corn in maritime Canada. The researchers established test plots to compare a high intensity crop rotation with three vegetable crops in four years to a low intensity rotation with one vegetable crop every four years. They found that transplanting corn was necessary to establish stands due to cool, wet spring conditions that caused direct seeded seeds to rot. Using red clover as a cover crop, zone tilling it into the soil, and applying biodegradable mini mulch helped establish the corn transplants and provided nitrogen. With this system, they achieved marketable yields of 35,375 ears per hectare worth $26,531 at $9 per dozen,
This presentation summarizes information about rice production, including its origin, major producing countries, and cultivation practices. It begins by outlining the top rice producing countries in 2019, led by China, India, and Indonesia. It then discusses rice exporting countries, consumption patterns by country, and historical hectarage and yields. The presentation provides details on rice varieties recommended for Nigeria, establishment of nurseries, land preparation, fertilizer application, weed control, and harvesting. It concludes with references for further information.
Crop Rotations for Vegetables and Cover Crops 2-10-2024 11.30am 16x9.pdfpamdawling
This workshop offers ideas to design a planting sequence that maximizes utilizing cover crops and reduces pest and disease likelihood. This presentation discusses formal rotations and ad hoc systems for shoehorning minor crops into available spaces. It also discusses cover crops suitable at various times of the year, particularly winter cover crops between vegetable crops in successive years. It provides examples of undersowing cover crops in vegetable plantings and no-till options.
Promotion of Public Private Partnership in Agriculture and Allied Sectors E...Dr Manjusha Kadam
The document provides information on public-private partnerships (PPPs) in Indian agriculture. It discusses the objectives of the Agri-Clinics and Agri-Business Centres scheme, which aims to supplement public extension efforts and provide services and employment. Examples of PPPs are given in various sectors including roads, ports, and agriculture. Specific private investments in the agriculture sector are outlined, along with business opportunities in horticulture, women's entrepreneurship, and cultivation of various crops.
This document discusses Russ Wilson's family farm, Wilson Land & Cattle Co., which uses innovative grazing techniques such as grazing livestock on standing corn and cover crops. The farm raises several species of livestock and plants a diverse cover crop mix to improve soil health. Data showed that grazing livestock on standing corn and cover crops produced over 15,000 pounds of dry matter per acre at a relatively low cost, and provided significant savings and labor reductions compared to harvesting and feeding corn and hay. Soil tests also indicated increases in nutrients. The document provides recommendations for others interested in similar grazing methods.
Jefferson County is a major agricultural producer in Arkansas. The top crops grown are corn (33,838 acres), soybeans (111,607 acres), rice (67,124 acres), cotton (2,753 acres), and grain sorghum (5,032 acres). Corn yields averaged 201 bushels per acre while soybeans averaged 53 bushels per acre. Extension programs educated farmers on variety trials and irrigation techniques. A wildlife food plot demonstration studied which forages were most consumed. A school garden program involving 87 students grew vegetables and herbs to educate about healthy eating.
This document discusses intensive sheep production systems that involve confinement in buildings or dry lots with minimal grazing. Some key aspects covered include using confinement for various stages of production like gestation and lactation. Housing, feeding, breeding, nutrient management, animal welfare, and marketing are major considerations. Intensive systems allow for greater control but also have higher costs. While intensive production may have advantages like reducing parasites and predators, it also has disadvantages such as increased investment, feed costs, and labor needs. Producers must evaluate their goals, resources, and markets to determine if an intensive system makes economic sense for their operation.
- Worldwide wheat production reached 776.5 million tons in 2021, with India contributing 107.9 million tons and seeing a 1.8% increase from 2020.
- There are two main wheat milling methods - traditional stone grinding and modern roller milling. Roller milling uses corrugated rollers to separate the endosperm from the bran.
- The modern milling process involves several steps - receiving and storage, cleaning, conditioning, grinding, sifting, and packaging. The grinding process is repeated until the desired flour is obtained.
- Wheat milling produces 73-77% endosperm flour and 23-27% bran. India's milling industry is fragmented with two
Sugarcane is an important crop cultivated primarily for sugar production. India is the largest producer of sugarcane in the world. The document discusses the scientific name, origin, climate and soil requirements, varieties, planting methods, manures and fertilizers used for sugarcane cultivation. Ridge and furrow planting is the most common method used, while trench planting is adopted in areas prone to lodging from strong winds. Fertilizer recommendations vary based on region but include application of FYM, nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium.
This document describes Judy Farms' holistic planned grazing system. They use high density grazing to intensively graze livestock for short periods, allowing pastures to fully recover before being grazed again. This builds soil health by increasing litter and microbial activity. Their system requires no chemical inputs, machinery, or much labor. It increases forage quality and quantity year-round while greatly reducing costs. Through careful management and observation, they are able to graze livestock sustainably and profitably.
This document summarizes research on establishing rice using conservation agriculture practices in Bangladesh. Key findings include:
1) Trials of non-puddled transplanting of rice seedlings found no significant yield differences compared to conventional puddled transplanting, while reducing labor costs and increasing profits.
2) Direct seeding of rice using a versatile multi-crop planter produced similar or slightly higher yields than transplanting, with significantly higher profits.
3) Over multiple seasons, farmers' perceptions of the benefits of non-puddled rice establishment increased as perceptions of negatives decreased, indicating farmer acceptance was growing over time.
Ulrich Hack, Hack Farm; Chris Boettcher, Bob Kerr, and Roger Rivest. Facilitated by Phillip Woodhouse
“Don’t treat your dirt like dirt!!” These four organic producers, with a wealth of knowledge will discuss how to build the optimal soil. They will discuss healthy soils, soil structure, compost, cover crops, tillage systems; healthy eco-systems, and much more!
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2. Indroduction
• Farming with my father and two brothers
• Milking 480 Cows
• Cropping 2800 acres
• Strip-till 95% acres for 6 years
• Experimenting with cover crops for 5 years
3. Cover Crops In Our Operation
• Use of cover crops was triggered by our change to strip-till
• Started with spinning on annual ryegrass inter-seeded into Corn on
manure acres only
• Moved to boom spreader along with multi species blends.
• Goal is to have all corn acres with inter-seeded cover crop
• Still working on soybeans
4. Cover crops Used
• Annual Ryegrass (10,12, and 15 lbs/acre)
• 50/50 Annual Ryegrass/Tillage Radish (10 lbs/ acre)
• 70/20/10 Ryegrass/Crimson Clover/Radish (12-15 lbs/acre)
• 45/55 Crimson Clover/Radish (12 lbs/acre)
• 60/20/20 Oats/Radish/clover (15-20 lbs/acre)
• Goal being to spend 15-20 dollars per acre
5. Inter-seeding
• Boom spreader to get accurate spread pattern
• Goal is to go at V6-V8 corn
• Inject cover crop into air stream while side dressing N