TMR Benefits

TMR Benefits. By Heather Smith Thomas.Feeding a total mixed ration (TMR) helps cattle achieve maximum performance, and for a dairy cow that means more milk.  This feeding method was begun in the 1950s, and is now the most common method for feeding high-producing, indoor-housed dairy cows around the world....

Evolving TMR Mixing Technology

Evolving TMR Mixing Technology. By Maura Keller. Look around most dairy farms, ranches and feedlots and you are bound to see one (if not more) total mixed ration (TMR) mixers gracing these agricultural environs. Considered to be much-needed heavy-duty blenders that provide exact variations of feed for...

The Benefits and Importance of the TMR

The Benefits and Importance of the TMR. By Jaclyn Krymowski. One of the biggest make-or-break aspects to success on any dairy operation is nutrition. Making sure the herd is efficient with the feedstuffs they consume is keenly important when it comes to getting a positive conversion in terms of production.On...

Finding the Right Bale Processor

Finding the Right Bale ProcessorBy Maura KellerThanks to technology innovations, today’s producers have a wealth of bale processing options to choose from.Andy Robson, North American Sales Manager at Teagle, says that when it comes to today’s bale processors, market requirements and technology go hand in...

Solid Silage Production

Solid Silage Production.  By Maura Keller Here’s one thing we know: The quality and consistency of bale wraps and balers play a vital role in farmers’ and ranchers’ ability to produce and maintain a high-quality silage production. Without a solid baling foundation in both equipment and wrap...

TMR Mixers - Many Options to Fit Any Purpose

TMR Mixers - Many Options to Fit Any Purpose. By Heather Smith Thomas The advantage of feeding a TMR (total mixed ration) diet is that each cow can consume the necessary level of nutrients in each bite.  The mixed ration should include good quality forages, a balance of grains and proteins, vitamins and...

Benefits of Bale Processors

Benefits of Bale Processors. By Heather Smith Thomas. There are many options available today for processing hay or straw, and most beef producers and dairymen can find something that fits their own operation.  Here are some of those options:Teagle MachineryAndy Robson, North America Sales Manager for...

Udderly EZ Milkers for Mares, Cows, Goats, Sheep and Camels

Udderly EZ Milkers for Mares, Cows, Goats, Sheep and Camels By Heather Smith Thomas. The Udderly EZ milker was invented out of necessity.  Buck Wheeler came up with this idea for milking mares--when he was breeding 100 mares and foaling out mares for other breeders as well.  Sometimes newborn foals...