Drought conditions across much Nebraska has ranchers considering options for reducing stocking rates on pasture this spring and summer: supplement/substitute feed; ship cattle to non-drought areas and sell cattle.

The lack of electricity and fuel during last winter’s historic storm has the Texas state legislature considering an exemption for dyed diesel fuel and increased truck weights on public roads during an emergency.

Expert Advice: Replacement heifer selection begins with a healthy heifer at birth and her management the first two years.

Young calf respiratory disease can take a heavy toll on the health of your animals and your finances. That’s why getting young calves off to a healthy start can benifit a cow/calf operation in numerous ways.

Once a calf comes down with a respiratory disease the negative health effects can linger the remainder of the animal’s life

There is growing concern crops being harvested will make it to market. The problem stems from a lack of truck drivers as COVID-19 concerns and high unemployment benefits are impacting the available workforce.