School is out but the work hasn't stopped at Shealy Farm. Our interns are still working long hours to get everything ready for the next steps in our research. Indoor and outdoor lots are leveled, water tanks are cleaned and finally shades are in place. Cattle are now in the indoor and outdoor feedlots to be used for another research project. Here is a few updates of what we … [Read more...] about Summer Vacay
Missouri State University Student Nick Matheney spent the summer working at the University of Missouri Forage Systems Research Center in Linneus, Mo., looking at the other side of this project. Check out his summer wrap up! The warm season legume, sunn hemp, originated from India where it was used to feed cattle as a dry season crop. During this grazing study Josh … [Read more...] about MSU Student Nick Matheney Studies Sunn Hemp with MU
This week we will be giving you some general information on rotational grazing and how we are using it in our research project. Rotational grazing can be a benefit to many farmers and ranchers. Proper rotational grazing results in improved and even forage production, especially during droughts. It can also create healthier livestock, decreased weed and erosion problems, and … [Read more...] about Rotational Grazing: What You Need to Know
If you were able to attend our Shealy Farm Field Day you would have seen the photographers roaming around. Feel free to check out the pictures below to see if we snapped a shot of you or your friends! … [Read more...] about Field Day Pictures
During our Shealy Farm Field Day, two of our students discussed the rotational grazing aspect of our research project. They also showed everyone the ultrasonic sensor that is attached to a John Deere gator used to measure the height of the grass in each paddock. This determines where the cattle need to be moved to. We are using what is called an ultrasonic sensor to measure … [Read more...] about The Ultrasonic Sensor