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With consumer interest heightening about where food comes from, grass-fed beef producers will have the opportunity to learn more about marketing opportunities and production trends during a May 28-29 conference in College Station, Texas.
The April Cattle on Feed report said placements into large feedlots during March were up 0.4% and marketings were down 1.7% compared to March 2014.
Renowned Texas horseman Joe Wolter will be the featured speaker.
Calving season will soon be in full swing in many beef herds, and with that comes a list of challenges to manage.
Basically, a cow will calf when she and her calf decide the time is right.
DDGS plus salt as a self-fed supplement boosted cattle gains and curbed indirect expenses.
Most beef cattle producers understand the importance of keeping cattle healthy.
Even low-input operations need at least basic handling facilities to load cattle for transport to market or to treat health issues.
Applications for the 2015 Nebraska Ranch Practicum are due May 1.
Advanced planning with your veterinarian can make the future of your calves and cow herd look even brighter.