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For a long time, it was tradition to keep older calves separated rather than housed together in groups. However, this is very labor-intensive and can make it more difficult to efficiently feed and observe the calves. Group housing for older calves is a natural, cost-effective solution that can provide early social interaction for your calves, as well as a variety

Spring is here! The days are longer, and everything—besides all the rain—seems brighter! However, with spring comes lots of maintenance around the farm. You never know what can happen to your equipment during winter, and bypassing important inspections could cause future problems that reduce your productivity and efficiency. How do you ready your heavy equipment and machines for spring? This

It’s no surprise that cows need a lot of water. On average, a cow can draw three to five gallons per minute. This water intake supports cattle’s digestion, excretion, growth, and lactation. However, when winter arrives, water lines can freeze and leave your operation scrambling to keep up. For the colder seasons, especially in Minnesota, winterized water systems are crucial.

Welding can pose serious risks, both for workers and the business owner. With constant exposure to toxic metals, it’s vital to have welding ventilation systems. Proper exhaust ventilation can keep your workers healthy and reduce your shop’s liability. The Need for Welding Ventilation Welders work in dangerous conditions. Weld fumes rising from their work can lead to many diseases. The

With so many solutions for shop ventilation, you need to know which piece of farm equipment is right for you. Some workshops can drastically improve their air quality with an industrial air cleaner, but there are multiple options, including a wall exhaust fan, roof exhaust fan, and even a barn air turbine. Finding an Industrial Air Cleaner In this post,

Farmers must solve many challenges involving water in the winter months. These challenges usually involve freezing or broken pipes, coupled with inadequate livestock water troughs. Supplying livestock water during frigid temperatures can prove challenging. To provide healthy cows with their recommended daily water intake, you’ll need reliable livestock watering systems. Diagnosing Winter Water Issues If you’re wondering how to improve

We usually associate the New Year as an exciting time for individuals, but it can also be exhilarating for business owners. The new year may be an excellent time for a modern farm to upgrade agriculture equipment or invest in quality ag supplies. But it can also be challenging to know which equipment upgrades are right for you. Deciding What

If you work in any industry where fumes are a concern, then you’ll no doubt have heard of industrial air cleaners. Air cleaners pull air through a series of filters eliminating powder, dust, fumes, and other contaminants before passing the air back into your workspace. Several industries rely on this technology, including welding, grinding, printing, and manufacturing. What is the

Do You Need Fresh Air? Have you ever wondered why you should spend money on calf ventilation systems? Calf ventilation systems include fans, turbines, and in some cases auxiliary systems. Knowing which system is right for you is important, but some people wonder why they need a system at all. Luckily, we’ve compiled a list of benefits that calf barn

Your Guide to Calf Housing Systems Are you trying to raise profitable cattle? Thousands of Americans do it every year, hoping to turn a profit on their investment. But if you’re new or just looking to maximize your earnings, then you may need a helpful guide. What if you could guarantee that each calf in your herd would grow up