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- Producing biodiesel in the feedlot
- Cleaning & storing syringes
- Sexed semen to raise replacement heifers
- Prudent use of antibiotics
- Reporting greenhouse gases
- Stocking rates for yearlings
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FEED-LOT Web Exclusive Articles
Critical decisions with feed additives
by Dr. James I. Sprague, nutritionist
Most feedlot operations consult with nutritionist and veterinarians to evaluate
the alternatives for feed additives and nutrient additions to rations. (Costs
and benefits are always important.)
Several critical decisions need to be made about feed additives that can impact not only cost but performance.
Closeout closeups show differences
Ranchers may feel trapped in a commodity rut. Some have tried to upgrade genetics and health program, but didn’t see a measurable difference on sale day. Perhaps they didn’t follow through by documenting those improvements and sharing information, or perhaps it will just take a little more time.
Industry News
Scholarships available for Women's Ag Conference
Elanco forms Food Safety Business Unit
Roto-Mix Assists South African Customer with Feedlot Expansion
The recipe for beef demand
New Johne’s Disease Q&A Brochure FREE, Packed with Info
IMPORTANT CALENDAR DATES
Beef Reproduction Task Force Meeting
San Antonio, TX
Jan 28-29, 201
San Antonio, TX
Jan 27-30, 2010
Mid-America Alfalfa Expo
Kearney, Nebraska
February 2 – 3, 2010
Colusa Farm Show
Colusa, California
February 2 – 4, 2010
Iowa Power Farming Show
Des Moines, Iowa
February 2 – 4, 2010
Spokane Ag Expo and Pacific Northwest Farm Forum
Spokane, Washington
February 2 – 4, 2010
Southern Farm Show
Raleigh, North Carolina
February 3 – 5, 2010
World Ag Expo
Tulare, California
February 9 – 11, 2010
Nebraska Feedlot
Roundtable
various locations in Nebraska
February 9 – 11, 2010
National Farm Machinery Show
Louisville, Kentucky
February 10 – 13, 2010
Western Farm Show
Kansas City, Missouri
February 19 – 21, 2010
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easy-to-read articles designed to increase overall awareness among the feedlot community.