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FEATURES:
Everyday hero
Ralph Lee earned an MFA scholarship through fate and good intention. In 1980, he stopped at the scene of an accident in time to help resuscitate MFA board member Othor Small. More than 20 years later, Lee is involved in the same business that brought him into the MFA fold--saving lives.
By Steve Fairchild
The best investment
No matter how markets turn, there is one way to receive a mighty dividend in the future--invest in today's youth. That's why the MFA Foundation delivered some $343,000 in scholarships to rural students this year.
Fescue's evolution
Fescue is the Dr. Jeckyll and Mr. Hyde of Midwest forages. Its lush spring and fall growth provides a dependable forage source. But in summertime, fescue that is infected with toxic endophyte fungus takes a toll on livestock. Now a "friendly" endophyte may ditch Mr. Hyde once and for all. Except you can plan on increased management, too.
By Steve Fairchild
Tradition busters
Take a long objective look at the beef industry. Opportunity awaits. MFA's Health Track Beef Alliance is structured around capturing data, seizing opportunity and profiting smartly. The implications are significant.
By Mike John
Columns:
Country Corner
This Farm Safety month, make agricultural accidents obsolete.
By Chuck Lay
Crops
Are you monitoring in-field yield variation this year?
By Dr. Paul Tracy
Nutrition
Manage compensatory growth for efficiency.
By Dr. Dan Netemeyer
Country Humor
Postoak Point By Jack S. Bray
More Country Humor
Saying hello By Mitch Jayne
Chili recipes
Viewpoint
To improve agriculture, we must limit marketplace interference.
By Don Copenhaver
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