Happy 4th of July from all of us at Ward Laboratories! As we celebrate this Independence Day with our families, we honor and thank the service members and their families who help protect our freedoms.

Be sure to check out this month's Progressive Forage! We have two featured articles! One all about our awesome sample prep crew Sagan and Royce and the other with some great photos taken by our in house equine enthusiast Aleisha! #WhyWard bit.ly/44ymTB2

From the eyes of an intern: "From my very first day, it became clear that Ward Labs is more than just a workplace, it is a community built on respect, shared goals, and a strong commitment to excellence." read about the rest of Katelyn's experience here: bit.ly/3FSlEnU

Balancing rations and making supplementation decisions could cost you in excessive feed costs and underperforming animals! But, you don't have to take our word for it! Ryan P from Ashby, Nebraska agrees that feed testing is a valuable tool for cattle management.

Receiving pet treats is fun with their unique shapes and flavors! Discover the nutritional analysis that supports boutique pet treat sales! bit.ly/4ejKdXP

Our sample prep team is unmatched! Accurate results begin with their expert handling, from alfalfa to manure. Discover their vital role in this Progressive Forage article! #WhyWard bit.ly/4n59JE3

At Ward we love dogs and have even had a few resident office dogs! So, when we get the opportunity to test their treat and play a part in ensuring happy healthy pets! We jump at it! Learn more about pet treat testing at ward here: bit.ly/4kH3e8S

Earlier this month, Patrick Freeze, PhD dove into measuring biology and nutrients with Farmer Jesse of No-Till Growers! Catch the highlights and practical takeaways in this insightful interview: bit.ly/4ldq2g1! #WhyWard #SoilBiology #SoilTest

We often receive questions about non-structural carbohydrates (NSC) in horse forage. However, preventing lameness involves more than carbohydrate management. Explore this @ProForagearticle to learn more! 📷 by Aleisha Ziegenbein. bit.ly/3IagzYN

Got questions about pet treat testing for your label? We've got answers! We test everything from chicken feet to banana bread bites! Learn more about testing for a guaranteed analysis here: bit.ly/3HEj5WV

Check out our new Mini-Webinar Series on rumen health and the impact of feed sampling on production performance. Watch Part 1: Rumen Microbes now: bit.ly/46d4T1u

Happiest birthday to one of our favorite soil scientists, the one and only, Dr. Ray Ward! 🎂🎉👨‍🔬 Here's to the beginning of our 43rd year of business! Cheers to another year of testing all things ag related! #WhyWard #SoilScience

Soil sampling season is right around the corner! How do you choose your yield goal? Are you ambitious or realistic? Learn more about how you should choose your yield goal in this article: bit.ly/3SVuows

A trusted lab partner empowers producers to make smart, sustainable decisions. Hear Dr. Nick Ward on the Sioux Nation Podcast discuss how soil, water, and feed analysis can take your operation to the next level. Listen here: bit.ly/4mBX8qZ #Science #WhyWard #FarmSmarter

Check out this Farm Progress article to see how Dr. Ray Ward founded our lab to help farmers boost soil productivity, profitability, and environmental stewardship! bit.ly/3UIlZgA #WhyWard #SoilTesting

Thanks for the support, Matt! We love assisting cattlemen with hay analysis and nutritional troubleshooting. We're here to help! #WhyWard #CattleFeeding #Cattle

Follow our yield goal rule to reduce fertilizer use, save on costs, and protect the environment! Learn more in this article: bit.ly/4kHRDWR #WhyWard

Explore Part 2 of our mini-webinar series: Learn how feed analysis helps prevent sub-clinical acidosis and supports better management decisions for production performance. Discover insights from a real case study! bit.ly/3UlIEz6

Did you know? Fertilizer isn't always the key to high yields. Consider field potential and soil type. Set realistic yield goals with your soil samples to avoid excessive recommendations. Learn more here: bit.ly/3SY794V #WhyWard

We understand the need for fast results Timely data is essential for informed decisions. While we prioritize a quick turnaround, accuracy remains our top commitment. Discover how we balance speed and quality in our latest blog post! #WhyWard #SoilTesting bit.ly/3HG3Ux1