The lingering drought in parts of the Prairies is changing the way some beef producers feed their cows.
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Drought drives stored feed, byproduct use in cow-calf herds
Total mixed ration mixers help make some byproducts more palatable
TMR mixers no longer just for dairy
Beef producers are beginning to pay more attention to how total mix ration mixers can be put to work on their operations
Glacier FarmMedia – Although total mixed ration mixers have historically been popular on dairy farms, they are also becoming more common on beef operations. TMR mixers are used primarily for ruminant animals. For both dairy and beef, there are benefits and challenges to implementing them into an operation. TMR mixers usually combine hay, silage, straw […] Read more
TMR’s can save significant time and money
Feed costs slashed to one-third previous cost, demo hears at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2024
Glacier FarmMedia — The return on investment timeline can be short for sheep producers purchasing a TMR mixer. That was the message from participants in a demo held daily in the sheep handling area during Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2024. Related stories: The Latest News and Stories from Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show Michael Richards raises […] Read more
