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A better understanding of the pre- and post-transportation risk factors and in-transit factors that influence calf welfare will inform strategies for improving animal welfare outcomes.
Diagnosing BRD is easy, says Mike Apley, Kansas State University microbiologist—as long as nobody’s checking your accuracy, that is.
The price slide between feeder cattle of various weights are setting extreme records this year
Veterinarians seek ways to reduce the incidence of the disease claiming 16% of calves on the ranch
Buyers seek calves that are weaned and processed, and they avoid cattle deemed “high risk”
Although calving season management is the primary concern for most spring-calving herds, and rightfully so, that is only half the battle.
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.
Calves exposed to persistently infected bovine viral diarrhea (BVD-PI) animals are at greater risk for BRD as well
Cattle traders were mildly surprised by USDA’s April cattle on feed report as both placements and the total on feed numbers came in higher than expected.
It was only a matter of time before ranchers began replacing the 4.3 million American cattle lost to drought since 2012. Now, they’re filling the void with Montana livestock.
Change is inevitable, but what will the future hold for feedlot production?
Renowned Texas horseman Joe Wolter will be the featured speaker.
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.
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.
Over the past few years, ranchers have had little hope of being fully compensated for the impact of reintroducing wolves into Oregon. HB3514, a bill that is currently awaiting a hearing from the revenue committee, could help change that.
DDGS plus salt as a self-fed supplement boosted cattle gains and curbed indirect expenses.
If you enjoy taking photos of Hereford cattle this contest is for you.
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.
This summer, thousands of youth will participate in junior national and regional cattle shows, state fairs and county fairs.
Hamburger demand has kept lean beef prices up, it has also kept cull cow and bull prices on the increase.
The cost of implementing adequate biosecurity measures and associated vaccination protocols is minimal, compared with the cost of even losing one calf, let alone a cow or bull.
It’s been talked about for 60 years. It’s better for animals, preferred by most cattle feeders and could provide a 169% return on investment.
Breeding soundness exams can uncover problems with just-purchased young bulls and older bulls that have sired calf crops.
Demand remains strong at the meat counter despite higher prices, says Brian Grete, editor, Pro Farmer.
Producer expansion plans face challenges as U.S. grazing acres decline.