Electric Fence Cow Calf Pairs, Cell Grazing Water Management & Avian Influenza News
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We go over the pros and cons of managing cow calf pairs on hot wire pasture grazing. Plus, how to manage water when cell grazing. We have news, markets and lots more on this all new episode of the Ranch It Up Radio Show. Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.
EPISODE 188 DETAILS
Cow Calf Management: Hot Wire & Water When Cell Grazing.
ELECTRIC HOT WIRE FOR GRAZING COW CALF PAIRS & CELL GRAZING
Maximizing Agricultural Efficiency: The Advantages of Rotational Grazing
Rotational grazing offers numerous benefits for sustainable farming. By moving livestock between paddocks according to a strategic schedule, farmers allow forage crops to rejuvenate, replenish energy reserves, and enhance plant vigor, leading to long-term maximum production. The key to a successful rotational grazing system lies in its flexibility. Utilizing a highly-movable temporary fence and understanding its proper use are crucial for maximizing the benefits and maintaining an efficient grazing routine.
Optimize Your Grazing Strategy
Implementing a well-designed rotational grazing system can lead to healthier livestock and more productive land. Explore the essentials of rotational grazing and discover how to enhance your agricultural practices for sustainable success.
A Comprehensive Guide to Temporary Electric Fence Wires: Polywire vs. Polytape
When it comes to temporary electric fencing, two main types are available: polywire and polytape. Both options consist of fine metal filaments intertwined with polyethylene or polypropylene fibers, with the metal providing the shock and the plastic ensuring strength and visibility.
Choosing the Right Polywire for Your Needs
For short-distance applications, such as subdividing a pasture, a six-strand polywire is typically sufficient. However, for longer distances or areas prone to overgrowth from weeds and grass, opt for a polywire that delivers a stronger shock to ensure effective containment.
The Benefits of Polytape
Polytapes are known for their superior visibility, particularly in white. If you're experiencing inadequate animal control with polywire or need better visibility for safety reasons, such as fencing for horses, switching to polytape can be beneficial. Although polytape may be more expensive, the improved control and visibility often justify the cost.
Essential Tools: Electric Fence Reels
For ease of use and flexibility, especially if you plan to adjust paddock sizes frequently, an electric fence reel is indispensable. These reels, made from weather-resistant plastic, can hold one to two spools of polywire or polytape, making it easy to move and reconfigure your temporary fencing as needed.
Explore the best practices for using polywire and polytape to optimize your temporary electric fencing system, ensuring maximum efficiency and control for your livestock management.
Cattle Industry News: Beef Exports to China, Third Avian Flu in Humans, USDA Combats Avian Flu, Beef On Dairy
CHINA BLOCKS JBS USA BEEF EXPORTS OVER RACTOPAMINE TRACES
According to the Meating Place, the Chinese government has halted beef exports from the JBS USA facility in Greeley, Colorado, according to the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). The export block is reportedly due to detected traces of the feed additive ractopamine.
While ractopamine is deemed safe for use in the United States, it is banned or restricted in China and 160 other countries. In response, JBS issued a statement indicating they are “working diligently with U.S. and Chinese authorities to resolve the situation as soon as possible.”
FSIS has also confirmed that it is conducting its own investigation into the matter. FSIS provided further details in a statement to Reuters: "China customs detected ractopamine in a batch of frozen beef omasum products exported to China from these establishments and destroyed this batch of products in accordance with their regulations."
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