Corn and soybean cash prices are up 60% since early August. Milk prices have slipped nearly 30% since November 2020. Grain prices are expected to stay high through the 2021 harvest season. Class III milk for the next six months is expected to range from $15.39 in February to $17.39 in September. Diet inputs like […]
Prairie Estates Genetics is comprised of employees with high levels of competence and experience. This expertise complements its line of dairy seed formulated specifically for dairy cows. The entire program provides complete management of a dairy farm’s forage program. Recently, PEG hired long time agronomist and forage manager Carl Key. With the addition of Carl […]
As this year has made evident, life is full of uncertainty. Dairy farmers face some level of uncertainty every day in their operation. To best mitigate these events, it is sometimes best to look at history to give us a vision of the future and where our operation is headed. By looking ahead, we can […]
The sales season and the pretend Silage experts from Seed Companies are upon us. Dairy farmers are being inundated by salesmen who want to sell seed corn without grasping or understanding quality corn silage. Many facets go into producing good silage: • Good Agronomy Program • Consistent High Yielding Varieties • Consistent Dry Matter • […]
As chopping season sneaks up on us, we all start to think: “What can I do to ensure quality feed for my cows for the next 365 days of feeding?” While the answer might seem difficult, adding a few key steps, pre-harvest, and mid-harvest, could make a large difference when it comes to feeding out. […]
Today, you can test the efficiency of every aspect of your farm, from the production of the cows to the tractor battery. Performing these tests gives you the peace of mind that things are running smoothly. This begs the question, “How often are you testing your forage, and are you using the right test to […]
Shrinking Margins…How Can Forages Help?
/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by PEG UserCorn and soybean cash prices are up 60% since early August. Milk prices have slipped nearly 30% since November 2020. Grain prices are expected to stay high through the 2021 harvest season. Class III milk for the next six months is expected to range from $15.39 in February to $17.39 in September. Diet inputs like […]
Employee Spotlight – Carl Key – Senior Forage Manager
/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by PEG UserPrairie Estates Genetics is comprised of employees with high levels of competence and experience. This expertise complements its line of dairy seed formulated specifically for dairy cows. The entire program provides complete management of a dairy farm’s forage program. Recently, PEG hired long time agronomist and forage manager Carl Key. With the addition of Carl […]
Consistent Dairy Feed Planning During Times Of Uncertainty
/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by PEG UserAs this year has made evident, life is full of uncertainty. Dairy farmers face some level of uncertainty every day in their operation. To best mitigate these events, it is sometimes best to look at history to give us a vision of the future and where our operation is headed. By looking ahead, we can […]
6 Ways To Make Sure Your Corn Silage Is High Quality
/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by PEG UserThe sales season and the pretend Silage experts from Seed Companies are upon us. Dairy farmers are being inundated by salesmen who want to sell seed corn without grasping or understanding quality corn silage. Many facets go into producing good silage: • Good Agronomy Program • Consistent High Yielding Varieties • Consistent Dry Matter • […]
Quality Before The Chopper And After
/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by PEG UserAs chopping season sneaks up on us, we all start to think: “What can I do to ensure quality feed for my cows for the next 365 days of feeding?” While the answer might seem difficult, adding a few key steps, pre-harvest, and mid-harvest, could make a large difference when it comes to feeding out. […]
THE IMPORTANCE OF USING THE RIGHT FORAGE TESTS
/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by PEG UserToday, you can test the efficiency of every aspect of your farm, from the production of the cows to the tractor battery. Performing these tests gives you the peace of mind that things are running smoothly. This begs the question, “How often are you testing your forage, and are you using the right test to […]