Ag News and Views: September 2000
Cause and Effect
Agricultural producers are confronted with persistent production problems that cost much time and money. We often attack symptoms and never get to the nitty-gritty of the land resource management that's causing the problem.
New Demand for Beef Creates a Niche for New Products
For the first time in twenty years, we have seen an increase in beef demand, as measured by a combination of increased beef consumption and consumer spending. New product development helps revitalize beef demand in the long run.
Saving for a Rainy Day
We can't control the amount or timing of rain. But, by managing the land, we can capture as much as possible to grow grass and recharge ground water when it does rain.
Ten Years of Prescribed Fire on a Cross Timbers Woodland Community
Prescribed fire is often recommended as a tool to open up or thin woody vegetation typical of the Cross Timbers. More open timber may increase plant diversity for wildlife and forage for cattle. This article presents the results of ten years of prescribed fire on woody vegetation.
Using Goats for Vegetation Management
Many cattle producers spend a large amount of money each year to control undesired plants. Enter goats.