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Feeding Tips For Horse Owners

Feeding horses correctly and safely often appears to be enormously complicated for the horse owner. Horses are unique in the livestock world, and cannot be fed the same way as cattle, hogs, sheep,or any other livestock species.

Good Eggs: Feed Matters

Despite its apparent nutritional perfection, the egg can be enhanced by improving what is fed to the hen. Hens are very good at incorporating what they eat into the developing egg.

Feeding Lactating Mares

At foaling, a mare’s daily nutrient requirements increase significantly. The protein and energy requirements almost double from early gestation to lactation, as do requirements for calcium, phosphorus and Vitamin A.

Raising Chickens: Preparing a Space

Raising chickens is a great experience for the whole family. One of the primary requirements is providing housing that is comfortable for your backyard flock.

Cattle Raisers Convention

Mark your calendars for the 2014 Cattle Raisers Convention  April 4-6, 2014, at the Henry B. Gonzales Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas! What’s New at Cattle Raisers Convention 2014? Private Property Rights Town Hall The Future of Rural Affairs in Texas and Oklahoma CattleFax Risk Management for Cow-Calf Producers Affordable Care Act...

Chilies Rellenos Garden

The days are getting warmer and we’re starting to think about our spring and summer gardens.  How about planting a garden you will use to make your favorite Mexican dishes? Check out this Chilies Rellenos Garden idea from Bonnie Plants.  Come see us for your garden plants and supplies. Give your...

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7 Stock Show Preparation Tips

With the Ft. Worth, San Antonio, and Houston Stock Show's around the corner, many student's are working on with their animals as they prepare for the stock show season. Here are seven tips to consider as you work with your animal. Diet: Watch and control your animals diet.  Inconsistent feeding...

State Fair of Texas

For more than 125 years, the State Fair of Texas has been one of the biggest events in the state!  This year it runs September 28 - October 21 at Fair Park in Dallas.  For more information and event details please visit the fair website.