Ag News and Views: May 2005

May, 2005 Table of Contents News & Views Archive Issues

Ag Division News
Nonresident Fellows Program: A Point of Excellence by Mike Cawley
The Agricultural Division's nonresident fellows program, finalized in fall 2002, solicits independent, critical review of our programs, processes and procedures.

Economics
Even With Record Cattle Prices, Value of Gain is Key by Dan Childs
Even when cattle prices are at high levels, producers should consider the value of gain when making marketing decisions.

Forage
Phosphorus Levels Can Affect Nitrogen's Impact on Forage Production by James Rogers
A lack of phosphorus in the soil directly affects forage production.

Horticulture
Fertilization, Mowing Critical to Turfgrass Health by Dooly Barlow
Fertilzer and attention to mowing technique are keys to a healthy lawn.

Livestock
Watch Your Bulls During the Breeding Season by Clay Wright
Bulls need to be managed all year, but especially during the breeding season. Don't turn them out and forget them

Soils
Nitrogen-Rich Strips - A New Way to Determine N Fertilizer Requirements by Jeff Ball & Jogadeesh Mosali
One method to determine nitrogen fertilizer requirements uses nitrogen-rich strips to supplement the use of yield goals.

Wildlife
Proper Management Ensures Good Quality Fisheries in Ponds by Mike Porter
Successful sport fish management in ponds addresses the physical or structural attributes of a pond, water quality, plant community, fish stocking, fish harvest, monitoring and records.