Warren Rusche

Warren Rusche serves SDSU Extension as a beef feedlot management associate on the SDSU campus. Warren\u2019s primary interests are in the areas of general management, nutrition and reproduction as applied to a cow\/calf beef operation. He is a regular contributor to iGrow Beef.

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When used correctly, growth-promoting implants can increase ADG by 20% in growing cattle. With a 100-day feeding period, 48 lbs. more of liveweight could mean $40 to $50 per head more, depending on the price slide
Providing bedding is one of the time-tested strategies for dealing with winter weather. But how does bedding affect the bottom-line?
Providing bedding is one of the time-tested strategies for dealing with winter weather. But how does it affect the bottom-line? This SDSU Extension article examines the cost and labor impacts.