GLOBAL FARMING DIGEST

Organic matter does more than build up soil

Soil organic matter is a sign of soil health, but it is also an important nutrient reservoir that can cut fertilizer costs.

From Feed Intake to Nutrient Capture

Dry matter intake (DMI) has long been one of the most important measurements in dairy nutrition. It is closely associated with milk production, routinely monitored in commercial herds, and often becomes the first number consultants evaluate when troubleshooting nutritional problems. The underlying assumption is straightforward: cows that consume more feed generally have more nutrients available to support milk production...