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Preventing Grass Tetany in the Lactating Beef Cow this Spring
Preventing Grass Tetany in the Lactating Beef Cow this Spring

As spring nears and grass begins to turn green, producers are anxious to get cows out to grass. However, cool season predominate areas tend to have lush spring growth which can lead to grass tetany in cows.

Beef Production
Mineral and Vitamin Considerations When Drylotting Cows
Mineral and Vitamin Considerations When Drylotting Cows

Managing cows in a drylot can be a way to maintain the herd when forage production is reduced. However, it's important to make sure cows are getting the vitamins and minerals they need.

Karla H. Wilke and Mary Drewnoski - UNL
Beef Production
Helping Cows Cope with Cold Stress
Helping Cows Cope with Cold Stress

Cold stress increases a cow’s energy requirement and can pull down her body condition. As winter storms have already swept through cattle country, here's some tips to help your herd now through spring.

Karla H. Wilke and Mary Drewnoski - UNL
Beef Production
What Are My Options When I Am Out of Grass?
What Are My Options When I Am Out of Grass?

As drought continues in the Great Plains, producers are making hard decisions about cowherd management and feeding options, but cost of production and opportunity costs must be carefully evaluated.

Karla H. Wilke and Mary Drewnoski - UNL