Skip to content

How-To Library

  • Distracted Driving Month: Reducing road risks through action

    Distracted Driving Month: Reducing road risks through action

    The following information is provided by Nationwide®, your approved insurance and financial services company. An epidemic: That's how the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) describes distracted driving on U.S. roadways. Especially with just about every driver carrying a smartphone, the...

    Read now
  • Tips for combatting winter lice in beef cattle

    Keep lice at bay in your cattle herd with these tips for implementing a strategic lice control program. At a glance Lice are an ongoing problem in beef cattle, especially in winter and cold climates, robbing cattle of performance. Choosing...

    Read now
  • Fall is the Best Time to Start Bird Feeding

    Although there is never a wrong time to put out a bird feeder, the most helpful time is at the beginning of fall right after the season has changed. During spring and summer, there are a plethora of natural food sources for birds from insects to plants, but as the seasons change, so do their diets and their sources become scarce. Birds have a high protein diet in the warmer months which they obtain through insects, lizards, small animals, and nectar. As winter approaches they move to a seed and fruit-based diet to pack on calories so they can sustain themselves through winter. Keeping your feeders out through the cooler months can help your local birds and many migratory birds stay full and healthy as the temperatures drop. There are even special winter mixes in bird seed that you can buy that contain all the different nutrients and fats they will need.
    Read now
  • a cat lies on a rug waiting for cat food

    Feeding The Best Cat Food

    When it comes to feeding your cat the best quality food at the best quality price, check out Southern States. For your pet, as well as feral cats, for kittens through senior cats.
    Read now
  • a rider practicing good horse show etiquette

    Good Etiquette for Horse Shows

    As a parent or supporter of a rider, you only want what's best for your child. After a great deal of practice and preparation, your rider is ready to show his or her skills in the competition arena. And there are things you can do to help. By following a few etiquette suggestions, you can make sure
    Read now
  • Tips on How to Care For Your New Baby Chicks

    Tips on How to Care For Your New Baby Chicks

    Whether you are raising chickens for eggs, meat, or as a hobby, you want to ensure that your brood stays healthy. The experts at Southern States know that keeping your chicks warm, watered and fed is the key to raising happy, healthy chicks. Just follow these tips and you will be off to a great start!
    Read now
  • keeping baby chicks warm with a heat lamp

    How to Keep Baby Chicks Warm

    Because it is essential that new chicks stay warm without overheating, it’s a good idea to prepare their brooder at least 24 hours before their arrival. Selecting the right heat lamp and setting the ideal temperature will ensure a healthy climate for your chicks.
    Read now