It may not seem like it, but now is the time to pay close attention to your lawn. See how overseeding your lawn can help you repair troublesome patches. Continue >>>
Measure. Mix. Monitor. Use these tips for consistent and quality TMR mixes to ensure your dairy cows get the correct nutrition in their farm feed. Continue >>>
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Grow your own apples, cherries, peaches and nectarines for farm-to-table nutrition. Here's how to pick and care for backyard fruit trees. Continue >>>
There was no leaving Aunt Mary’s without a slice of pie or a scoop of sticky-sweet cobbler with just a hint of tartness from fresh picked peaches. Continue >>>
Is alfalfa seed selection all about cost? No. Consider yield, persistence, fall dormancy, winter survival and pest resistance for your specific location. Continue >>>
IFA is dedicated to growing and supporting local communities. By contributing to youth FFA scholarships, IFA hopes to help youth grow in agriculture. Continue >>>
A Utah farming family business becomes a century-old legacy. Here's how high-quality feed, pest control, and soil amendments nourish Buchanan livestock. Continue >>>
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Making decisions to implement a new strategy or use a new product on your operation can be challenging. Make the best decision with four steps. Continue >>>
Matt Swan was named President and CEO of IFA in 2022. Matt leads the co-op with an extensive background in agriculture and an 18-year career with IFA. Continue >>>
What ingredients make the best dog food? We dig deep to weigh in on what nutrition your dog needs — watch for these 6 major nutrients — and what to avoid. Continue >>>
Our dogs are more than just pets, they're family and family deserves the best, healthiest food. Here's a few tips for choosing the right dog food. Continue >>>
What are the advantages of raising bees? Increased self-sufficiency, better pollination in the yard and honey are just a few reasons to start beekeeping. Continue >>>
Fodder livestock feed is experiencing a rebirth in animal nutrition. What exactly is fodder and what are the benefits and draw backs of this feed? Continue >>>
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IFA is a local farmer's co-op thats been growing healthy chickens and poultry for 100 years. Learn about IFA's locally-milled poultry feeds and supplies. Continue >>>
Healthy rabbits require a balanced diet. Choosing the best rabbit feed, forage and treats can help your furry friend remain happy. Continue >>>
IFA Safe Horse Conditioner provides reliable nutrition for horses with unique dietary needs and metabolic challenges. Continue >>>
Horses with metabollic challenges have unique nutritional needs. Learn about different metabolic issues and what to feed horses with metabollic challenges. Continue >>>
Calories play a major role in livestock production. Find out how increaasing calorie availability of your feeds can improve livestock health. Continue >>>
IFA is dedicated to growing and supporting local communities. By contributing to youth livestock shows IFA hopes to support youth in agriculture. Continue >>>
Fertilizer can help increase your crop yeilds exponentially but are you doing the math right? Learn how doing your fertilizer math can help boost yeilds. Continue >>>
Pauline's Chicken and Dumplings is sure to delight. This family favorite is rich, creamy and perfect at a table full of family, friends or hired hands. Continue >>>
Los Angeles, California native, John Cannon, was always drawn to the ranching lifestyle. Now, he raises pure-bred cattle on his own Cannon Angus Ranch. Continue >>>
A successful pack trip starts with the right gear. Learn about traditional sawbuck and decker pack saddles as well as different styles of pannier sets. Continue >>>
Learn when and how to rotate your alfalfa stand to keep fields productive, protect yields, and help offset rising production costs across your operation. Continue >>>
Protect your home, garage and outdoor structures from the damaging affects of vermin with these tips for effective rodent control strategy. Continue >>>
Selecting the right rodeo and ranch rope starts with understanding rope types. Learn how rope length, stiffness and activity all impact rope performance. Continue >>>
IFA now sells Smarty roping systems. Smarty provides quality roping training equipment for team, breakaway and calf ropers. Continue >>>
Aphids are small soft-bodied insects that suck nutrients from your plants and cause black spots, wilting and more. Learn to identify and control an them. Continue >>>
Traditional-tangy goodness with a savory, smoky twist! Smoked Greek Roasted Potatoes are the perfect side dish for any and every occasion. Continue >>>
Protective leg gear for horses serves an important role in supporting leg structures and maintaining health. Learn about horse leg wraps and boots. Continue >>>
Preparing for drought by determining the best crops to plant, adapting management practices and utilizing humectants can help with the growing season. Continue >>>
Keep your grass green during hot summer months with these tips from IFA’s lawn care experts. Read more! Continue >>>
By utilizing key drought management strategies, livestock producers can help alleviate stress and concerns as it relates to their herds. Continue >>>
Planting tomatoes can be tricky, but knowing how, when, and where to start can lead to a bountiful harvest this year. Learn it all from our IFA experts. Continue >>>
Looking for the perfect appetizer? Try this simple, savory smoked artichoke dip. Pair with your favorite chips, bread or veggies and enjoy! Continue >>>
Access to clean, quality water sources is essential for livestock health and production. Keep livestock hydrated with the best livestock water systems. Continue >>>
Properly maintaining and caring for your grill increased its serviceable life and ensures that your food selections are being cooked safely. Continue >>>
Grub worms are a common lawn issue. Learn how you can prevent and kill grub worms before they cause damage. Continue >>>
Protect the nutritious aspects of your silaged feeds by properly managing your silage pile. Keep in mind these simple tips for quality silage. Continue >>>
Find out how bird pest control can help protect your operation from the monetary and nutritional losses caused by birds. Continue >>>
Prime rib is good. Smoked prime rib is great! Enjoy the tender and juicy flavors of prime rib with a little bit extra by preparing the perfect rib roast. Continue >>>
Enjoy a bountiful potato harvest by selecting the right seed potatoes and learning tips for planting, growing, harvesting and storing. Continue >>>
IFA Grass-Fed Beef Irrigated Pasture Seed Mix is specially designed for small scale and hobby farm operations to grow nutritious grass-fed beef. Continue >>>
Farm budgeting is increasingly difficult due to outside forces. Aim for profit by learning how to create a farm budget and assess variable costs. Continue >>>
The benefits of a quality horse nutrition extend beyond equine performance. Find out how IFA Horse Safe Conditioner and balanced nutrition can help horses. Continue >>>
Saddle fitting is import for the health and comfort of both horse and rider. Use this guide to asses the fit of your western saddle. Continue >>>
Working dogs have aided in moving, holding and handling livestock for many years. If you’re looking for help, consider these farm dog breeds. Continue >>>
What are the benefits of adding Mega 3™ to your feeding program? It provides omega-3 fatty acids, improves overall health and feed efficiency and more. Continue >>>
Effectively managing common crop insects includes taking measures to prevent insect resistance to products and practices used to control them. Continue >>>
Proper nutrition is key to helping an animal achieve its genetic potential. IFA Platinum Show Power Feeds are designed to promote growth and performance. Continue >>>
In an ever-evolving industry subject to a variety of external forces, saying positive and overcoming adversity is a staple of agricultural producers. Continue >>>
Understanding and meeting nutritional demands is essential to herd health. Discover the benefits of implementing grass-fed beef mineral for grazing cattle. Continue >>>
Don't let a single piece of your holiday turkey go to waste. Unlock the savory, smoky flavors of every bite with a warm and hearty Turkey Noodle Soup. Continue >>>
The holiday turkey is a classic favorite until it becomes an every day monotony. Upcycle turkey leftovers and enjoy every bite of your leftover feast. Continue >>>
A flavorful, juicy turkey is the crowning centerpiece of almost all Thanksgiving tables. Try a Smoked Spatchcock Turkey to achieve poultry perfection. Continue >>>
The Utah State Fair Livestock Show encourages youth to develop valuable livestock production skills. IFA is proud to support these youth in their projects. Continue >>>
When days are short and nights are long, it's time to review your protocols for feeding, treating and bedding your calves in order to prevent common issues Continue >>>
Perfect for holidays, birthdays or every day, discover the goodness of golden garlic butter rolls that everyone at your dinner table will enjoy. Continue >>>
This Candied Sweet Potato recipe is sweet enough to be a dessert but too good to wait till the end of the meal; so we call it a side dish. Continue >>>
Our Homemade Holiday Stuffing recipe is a great compliment to your holiday meals with classic flavors that simply add to tradition. Continue >>>
This Green Bean and Bacon Casserole dish, bursting with flavor and delightful textures, is sure to earn its place on your table during the holiday season. Continue >>>
A plentiful zucchini harvest means plenty delicious dishes! Mix and match your favorite ingredients for zucchini bread and muffins you'll love. Continue >>>
Learn why sulfur is essential to plant healthy growth, and how to identify and prevent sulfur deficiency in plants and crops. Continue >>>
Planting spring-flowering bulbs in the fall is a great way to liven up your yard when the winter season subsides. Continue >>>
Get to know your chickens' personalities and reward your best egg layers by learning the right chicken treats and foods to feed your flock Continue >>>
Feed intake has a major impact on milk production in dairy cattle. Optimize feed intake with environmental controls, forage quality and bunk management. Continue >>>
Once you’ve prepared your garden and planted your tomato seeds, it’s time to care the plants. Learn tips for tomato plant care from IFA’s team of experts. Continue >>>
As summer comes around, so do the flies. Learn how cattle fly control strategies help protect against horn, stable and face flies. Continue >>>
This Creamy New Potatoes and Pea recipe is a great side dish any time of year, but especially after harvesting veggies from your garden. Continue >>>
The use of ionophores in cattle production is a safe and feed efficient way to protect and promote growth of animals in the herd. Continue >>>
Learn about forage alternatives that can minimize the impact of higher hay and alfalfa costs during drought, including Beet Pulp, Cottonseed and more. Continue >>>
Forages comprise more than 50% of the diets of dairy cattle and greatly affect the health of ruminant animals. Learn which is best for your dairy cows. Continue >>>
As research in ruminant nutrition continues to grow, understanding Amino Acid Balancing is another step to better feed and production efficiency. Continue >>>
Research has highlighted potential benefits of Omega-3 Fats in beef cattle reproduction efficiency. Find out how these could help in your operation. Continue >>>
Deciphering Fiber Analyses can be difficult with the ever-growing acronyms being used. Understand your feed analysis using this guide on nutrition terms. Continue >>>
Calving season is a vital time for cow-calf operations. Being prepared with the right calving tools is the best way to ensure healthier calves and cows. Continue >>>
The COVID-19 pandemic fears of 2020 prompted near depletion of grocery store shelves providing a few lessons to be learned from animal agriculture. Continue >>>
Cattle will transition from a monogastric digestive system to a ruminant one in order to be functional and productive members of the herd. Continue >>>
Dairy cows have an enormous demand for energy. Learn about the different types of liquid feed and nutrition available and how they benefit milk production. Continue >>>
As calving season gets under way, help your newest herd members to stay healthy by providing respiratory vaccinations. Continue >>>
Water is a necessary nutrient that is found in almost every biological process but it is often overlooked in conversations about livestock nutrition. Continue >>>
Warm dry weather does not mean your cattle are no longer at risk for disease. Protect your heard against summer pneumonia by vaccinating in the spring. Continue >>>
Internal parasites can have major impacts on cattle health and productivity making it important to understand their effect on beef cattle nutrition. Continue >>>
Managing common crop insects means using smart control strategies that prevent resistance and protect product effectiveness over the long term for growers. Continue >>>
Learn how to recognize the signs that your bees are getting ready to swarm and then learn how to split your beehive to prevent swarming before it starts. Continue >>>
The final step in our children's gardening series, and the most important of all, make gardening a fun and special time for your family to spend together. Continue >>>
Family-friendly gardening doesn't have to be hard, here are some tried-and-true tips on choosing plants your kids will love to grow and take care of. Continue >>>
Where do you start when introducing children to gardening? Follow these steps for everything you need to know about building a garden for your kids. Continue >>>
Breed, feed, age, season - there are a lot of variables in chicken egg production. Get the answers you need with IFA's guide to the best egg laying... Continue >>>
The ooey-gooey goodness of Fruit Cocktail Cake make it an easy and delicious dish to finish off any meal. Continue >>>
Seed selection and profitability go hand in hand. Find out how the quality of your seed could result in better returns on your farm. Continue >>>
Warm up with Homestyle Chicken Noodle Soup. Hearty and delicious, this dish incorporates all the wonderful flavors of home. Continue >>>
Pellet grilling and tasty, smokey food doesn't need to stop when the temperatures drop. Use these six winter pellet grilling tips to keep cooking. Continue >>>
Chickens need more protein in winter as they molt and prepare for the cold. Here are a few tips to help them remain healthy and productive until spring Continue >>>
Many faithful farm, ranch and home pets spend most of their lives outdoors. Here's how to keep your outside/working pets safe and warm over the cold winter Continue >>>
Knowing when and how to rotate out your alfalfa stand ensures that your fields are performing and your yields are able to off set high production costs. Continue >>>
Here's what you need to know about complete horse nutrition and why the right feed will improve your horse's well-being, vitality and performance. Continue >>>