Ag News and Views: July 2004

July, 2004 Table of Contents News & Views Archive Issues

Administrative Coordinator
Consulting Teams Begin Work in Specific Regions by Wadell Altom
On May 1, 2004, each Agricultural Division consulting team started working in a specific region of the division's service area; all four teams will continue to serve Carter and Love counties.

Announcements
Grasses of Southern Oklahoma and North Texas: A Pictorial Guide Now Available
Many of you have seen the Plant Image Gallery on the Noble Foundation's Web site, and most News and Views readers have seen the notices about the "plant book" publication set to arrive this summer. Well, it is here!

Economics
Even An Up-trending Cattle Market Has Challenges by Dan Childs
In today's cattle market, it is difficult to accurately define high cattle prices. How do you decide when to sell and when to buy — or even if to buy — or possibly to retain ownership?

Forage
Alfalfa - Not Just Another Pretty Hay by Hugh Aljoe
Alfalfa's value as a hay or feed supplement is well recognized, but its usefulness as a grazing forage is often overlooked.

Livestock
When Considering A.I., Be Prepared by Billy Cook
These tips will help you be better prepared in the future if you elect to use A.I. in your cattle operation.

Soils
Soil Test Before Land Purchase by Jim Johnson
Many things besides productivity may drive a buyer's decision for purchasing a particular parcel of land — however, if more than one parcel is an option, a soil test can be worth its weight in gold in determining the better buy.

Wildlife
Deer Management Is a Year-Round Process by Ken Gee
During the long, hot days of summer, interest in deer management often takes a back seat — however, people interested in deer need to keep in mind that deer management is a year-round process.