Meteorologists predict much of the U.S. will see a mix of extended dry or wet conditions, with little snow in sight. But don’t get too comfortable—unexpected cold snaps can still ruffle feathers for poultry producers. Though chickens are resilient, sudden and drastic drops in temperature can reduce their metabolism and productivity. Even huddling together and […]
If your chickens had a choice, they’d spend their days roosting and scrounging for food in 65° F to 75° F climates. Honestly, who would blame them? It’s the perfect range for their natural functions. Venture too far outside of those temperature norms in either direction and your flock can feel strained or even falter. […]
Dartmouth, NS, Canada – May 15, 2024 – Acadian Seaplants Limited™ continues its commitment to the United Nations Global Compact (UN Global Compact) with the submission of the Communication on Progress (CoP) report. The CoP submission helps to measure and demonstrate progress on the Ten Principles and the Sustainable Development Goals of the UN Global Compact in […]
Pork producers, like most farmers, are reckoning with sweltering heat. U.S. temperatures are increasingly hotter for longer. When temperatures rise over 77° F, swine store less protein, which impacts farmers’ bottom line and future profitability. The good news is the American pork industry has managed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 21% during the last […]
In February, the USDA announced they will spend $1 billion on farmers, ranchers and landowners to invest in practices which contribute to curbing greenhouse gas emissions and store carbon. The goal is to support those in agriculture and forestry who are eager to lead the way in implementing climate-smart solutions. One of the key strategies […]
Are we heading into one of the hottest summers on record? If forecasts are correct, farmers worldwide need to prepare their animals for heatwaves. This especially applies to chickens, which struggle to maintain their performance and health during hot weather. Though shaded enclosures, cooling fans and sprinkler systems can keep livestock cool, the right diet […]
Like any trophy hunter or outdoorsman, you can probably recall that moment sitting in a blind or up in the tree stand – rifle or bow at the ready – when the beast of a buck walked out of the woods and into one of your best hunting stories. Holding your breath and hands at […]
The weather outside? It’s unpredictable. For most of December, average temperatures were higher than normal in most of the contiguous U.S., generating everything from record-breaking warmth to extreme weather events. In January, meteorologists anticipate a colder and wetter winter in the heartland, and most if not all of Texas is forecasted to have warmer than […]
How can seaweed improve the lives and performance of your livestock? It’s a question we’re always striving to answer for our customers. Whether you’re raising cattle or swine, poultry or goats, there’s value you can obtain from our Acadian Kelp™ seaweed livestock feed supplements. Here are some of our 2021 blogs to provide you and […]
Productive goats are healthy goats, and every clean bill of health for your herd starts with a nutritious and complete diet. In fact, goats in the wild or roaming pastures often use their natural curiosity to find the nutrients they need from a variety of sources. Give them hay and some goats will turn their […]