Ag News and Views: January 2002

January, 2002 Table of Contents
News & Views Archive Issues

Economics
Profiting from Risk by Paul Joerger
Having a risk management plan can reduce risk within the operation, transfer risk outside the operation and build the farm business's capacity to bear risk.

Forage
Preparing for Spring Pasture by Chuck Coffey
Guidelines for producing early spring pasture.

Research
Ozarka Bermudagrass by Jerry Baker
Introduction of the Ozarka bermudagrass variety.

Soils
Understanding Phosphorus Behavior in Soils by Wade Thomason
Phosphorus is an essential element for plant growth. If soil test phosphorus levels are low, we must supply additional fertilizer phosphorus to successfully achieve high crop yields.

Wildlife
Recreational Leasing by Russell Stevens
Tips for hunters looking for a recreational lease and landowners wishing to advertise their leases. Includes links to recreational lease Websites.