Red-tailed hawks, the laid back hunters
Last week's Farm & Home page in The Reporter showed a picture sent by Roberta Butler of a Red-tailed hawk cooling off in her birdbath. You don't see hawks lounging around the backyard, unless it's a big backyard. Red-tails are carnivores, and eat small mammals, so the attraction to bird feeders and bird baths isn't very strong (although they prey on birds). Full Story
Caution when feeding hay during drought
As we continue on through the summer with very little pasture and hay resources available, and we are having to feed cattle now and make preparations for the fall and winter, make sure that you are cognizant of the risks associated with feeding forages harvested under extreme drought conditions. Full Story
Feral hog damage survey will measure effects
In addition to the devastating effects of the prolonged drought on crops and pastures, feral hogs continue to negatively affect our profitability and productivity. While statewide research is ongoing, and the economic impacts are staggering, the Milam Extension Office would like to have more information regarding the true damage of feral hogs to ag production here. Full Story
She's more than 'a girl with a crown'
Local teen title holder gives back with service, hard work
Miranda Pounders isn't just a girl with a crown. The 15-year-old has her future planned out, loves kids and wants to be an example to other girls her age, stressing the importance of giving back to the community. Full Story
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