Protein is a vital nutrient for cattle, especially for rapidly growing or lactating animals. In cattle diets, protein is commonly expressed as “crude protein” (CP). The CP concentration is determined by multiplying nitrogen (N) concentration of the feed or forage by 6.25. Most protein contai… Read more
The all cattle and calves number is expected to be below a year ago with most numbers related to the beef herd recording a year-over-year decline. Dairy cows are the exception which are expect… Read more
K-State beef cattle experts say post-weaning sale weight isn’t the only factor in the equation Read more
When a football team has an “open” date during the season, you will often hear the coach say that they are going to spend the first part of the practice time reviewing the “fundamentals”. Occa… Read more
The rains are finally replenishing reserves in most areas. Though a bit late for some things, it is still a boost for forages that have been stockpiled and they have leaped in compensatory gro… Read more
Pasture systems are the foundation for cattle operations. A good pasture plan is important, along with knowing how to monitor and improve health of pastures. Read more
Winter is not far off, so start paying more attention to your replacement heifers as they come into feed. You know that very soon they will be exposed to bulls and the breeding season will sta… Read more
Implants and vaccines are proven to have positive impacts on production, but their potential for negative impacts on reproduction are sometimes overlooked. Read more
Rainfall ranks as one of the most important factors that influence ranchers’ management decisions, according to North Dakota State University Extension specialists. Read more
Study suggests vaccination at fall pregnancy checking may increase immunity against pneumonia during the first 30 days of life. Read more
Water is important nutrient for health and production Read more
The Crop Residue Exchange (http://cropresidueexchange.unl.edu) is a free online tool designed to link cattle producers to crop producers with available grazing resources. The Exchange makes it… Read more
Matching the number of cattle to the grass and feed resources on the ranch is a constant challenge for any cow-calf producer. Also producers strive to maintain cow numbers to match their marke… Read more
1. What is “blackleg”? This is a rapidly fatal disease of cattle, typically calves 6-12 months of age, caused by the bacterium Clostridium chauvoei. Sheep may also be affected. In a majority o… Read more
When feeding harvested forages to the cow herd, you need to know what you have in order to know what to feed. This is vital when faced with some of the challenges we have seen in the past coup… Read more
Drought conditions across much of Nebraska this summer, most severe in the west, have significantly reduced forage production from pasture and rangeland as well as hay ground and crop residue.… Read more
Many areas of Oklahoma received some moisture this past week, giving hope that wheat pasture may be available for use as a winter feed. Some producers may have questions about the utilization … Read more
AMES, Iowa — As beef cattle producers turn their attention to weaning, the Iowa Beef Center encourages producers to consider using its 205-Day Weight Calculator. This free spreadsheet tool ass… Read more
Bovine tuberculosis is a chronic and slowly progressive disease of cattle that emerges periodically in the U.S. Its incubation time ranges from months to years. Most often, infected cattle wil… Read more
Water might be the Rodney Dangerfield of nutrients—it just doesn’t get any respect. We could use the latest edition of “Nutrient Requirements of Beef Cattle” as an example. Of the six classes … Read more
K-State experts advise careful monitoring for best health outcomes in newly weaned calves Read more
MANHATTAN, Kan. — When putting money in the stock market, there is nothing like the feeling of watching a return on investment grow. Read more
What control options are available for late season flies on pastured cattle? Read more
Some of the cow calf producers of the Midwest and Southwest are going into winter with very limited hay supplies and standing forage. As they search for alternative methods to keep the cows in… Read more
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When drought decreases water levels in streams, ponds, and even shallow wells, supplemental water for grazing cattle may be necessary. Read more
Fall is officially here and with it will bring the country sound of calves bawling as weaning occurs on beef cattle farms. This time of year can be busy with field crops, getting the last cutt… Read more
Corn residue grazing is a staple in winter feeding programs for many Iowa cattlemen. Extensive weather patterns have taken a toll on this year’s corn crop creating extreme variability between … Read more
A group of Texas A&M AgriLife faculty are establishing a rural veterinarian network to provide education and assistance with a goal of making rural veterinary practices sustainable. Read more
By : Glenn Selk, Oklahoma State University Emeritus Extension Animal Scientist October is often the month of calf weaning and… Read more
Protein Supplementation for Your Herd October 8, 2020 @ 7:00 p.m. Central We all know protein is a vital nutrient for… Read more
By : Mark Sulc, OSU Extension Forage Specialist High nitrates and prussic acid poisoning are a potential concern this time… Read more
Protein Supplementation for Your Herd October 8, 2020 @ 7:00 p.m. Central We all know protein is a vital nutrient for… Read more
By : Glenn Selk, Oklahoma State University Emeritus Extension Animal Scientist Cull cows represent approximately 20% of the gross income… Read more
By : Derrell S. Peel, Oklahoma State University Extension Livestock Marketing Specialist Cow-calf producers can add significant value to calves… Read more
By : Glenn Selk, Oklahoma State University Emeritus Extension Animal Scientist October is a traditional weaning and culling time for… Read more
By : Dr. Michelle Arnold, UK Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory Traditionally, many KY beef producers with winter/spring born feeder calves market… Read more
Sources : Gerald Stokka, Carrie Hammer and Paul Carson, NDSU Agriculture Communication Herd immunity is an important concept for protecting… Read more
The United States Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA-APHIS) published a final rule in the Federal… Read more
By : Katie VanValin, Assistant Extension Professor, University of Kentucky The classic definition of stress according to Hans Selye is,… Read more
By : Glenn Selk, Oklahoma State University Emeritus Extension Animal Scientist Calving difficulty is one of the greatest causes of… Read more
Source : Eldon Cole, University of Missouri Extension COLUMBIA, Mo. – Grazing drought-dried corn and cornstalks offers cattle inexpensive, nutritious… Read more
Few agriculture crops respond more dramatically to improved management than pasture. In this presentation recorded in the spring, Rory Lewandowski,… Read more
Courtesy of vitaferm.com Cattle producers across many parts of the country find benefits to a fall calving program – pasture… Read more
What is Leptospirosis or “Lepto”? Leptospirosis is a complicated bacterial disease commonly associated with abortions, stillbirths and drop in milk production in cattle. However, this bacteriu… Read more
By : Mary Drewnoski, Nebraska Extension Beef Systems Specialist This year, cow liver stores of vitamin A going into winter… Read more
By : Kacie McCarthy, UNL Cow-Calf Specialist The BeefWatch Webinar series is designed to highlight management strategies in grazing, nutrition,… Read more
By : Karla H. Wilke, UNL Cow/Calf Systems and Stocker Management While body condition is critical for all lactating cows… Read more
By : Erin Laborie, Nebraska Extension Educator While hay is often used to feed cows through the winter, current prices… Read more
By : Glenn Selk, Oklahoma State University Emeritus Extension Animal Scientist The fall breeding season is only about 75 days… Read more
By : Chris Penrose, Extension Educator, Morgan County (originally published in The Ohio Cattleman) I remember the first forage presentation I… Read more
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