Posted by Grange Co-op on 4th Oct 2022
Grange Co-op would like to introduce you to Bodie Johnson! Bodie is currently a Sophomore in high school. During the 2022 Jackson County Fair he received the title of Rate of Gain Champion for his steer! Grange Co-op was able to talk with Bodie about his experience and how he earned his championship title while only feeding Rogue Feed!
As Bodie’s first year in 4-H as part of Wagner Valley beef club, he knew there would be some challenges and… Read more
Posted by Grange Co-op on 15th Jul 2021
No matter the livestock you’re auctioning off this year, making minimum weight or just sliding under maximum weight will not suffice. Understanding livestock ADG (Average Daily Gain) and holding feed options for your specified project will help gauge how best to meet auction weight and produce a show animal that brings home a championship.
HOW TO MANAGE LIVESTOCK ADG?
“My project animal is at show weight, but fair isn’t for another m… Read more
Posted by Grange Co-op on 15th May 2015
Many physiological functions in horses are influenced by body condition, including maintenance, reproductive and exercising requirements.
A system called Body Condition Scoring can be used to rate ideal body condition.
This condition scoring system is based on visual appraisal and palpable fat cover on six areas of your horse’s body.Description of individual condition scores (Score 1-9)
1. POOR: Animal extremely emaciated,spinous p… Read more