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Key Findings From Report On Cattle And Hog Sectors

As we heard yesterday, the Alberta Livestock and Meat Agency, ALMA, has recently shared the results from its commissioned report, “Medium-Term Economic Outlook for Alberta’s Cattle and Hog Sectors.” Clint Dobson, senior manager, research and policy, discusses some of the key findings from the report, including challenges facing both sectors.

Interview with Clint Dobson (2:30 minutes) (1.14 Mb)

Source : Agriculture and Forestry

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Old Hay For Bedding: SMART Sheep Farming!

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Instead of throwing out hay that’s lost its feed value, we put it to good use in the barns. Old hay is not only cost-effective, but it also provides warm, soft, and absorbent bedding that keeps our sheep dry and comfortable during the cold months.

We’ll walk you through our process, explain why we choose hay over straw, and share how this simple switch can save money and reduce waste on your farm.

If you’re raising sheep or thinking about it, this is one of those small but smart management practices that really adds up over time.