Beef Production
An updated report shows how U.S. animal agriculture supports global planetary health goals.
University of Kentucky’s Kenny Burdine shares three things producers should consider when contemplating developing owned heifers versus buying bred heifers.
With high calf prices, now might be the time to consider investing in your nutrition program to maximize reproductive performance.
Microbial crude protein makes up a major share of the cow’s metabolizable protein. But predictions aren’t perfect, so what’s the best way to put research into practice on your ranch?
Hay production may no longer be the most efficient or profitable use of your time and resources. A Missouri forage specialist encourages producers, especially those with fewer than 400 cows, to critically consider why they grow their own hay.
Generics can save money without sacrificing safety or efficacy, but veterinarians and producers must consider how each product performs under their unique herd conditions.
Setting cattle up for success starts with building a robust immune system that can respond to disease challenges. Building immunity starts the day a calf is born.
Recent developments have shown just how rapidly perceptions can change, with the pricing gap between beef-on-dairy calves and their native counterparts narrowing remarkably.
When condition scoring cows, producers should look beyond age, frame size, depth, length pregnancy status and hair coat. BCS is intended to provide a consistent system to quantify relative fatness regardless of other factors.
An Oklahoma rancher and his vet built a deworming plan that includes four practices that any producer can adopt: diagnostics, combination treatment, refugia and management.
Veterinarians play a key role in guiding producers on castration decisions. Evidence supports early castration as the best practice for both welfare and economics.
Good pature and range conditions support cow-calf producers’ ability to grow herds. The right market incentives and time are also needed to see expansion.
Bulls with more than 0.5" of backfat have a higher probability of failing the bull soundness exam.
Two hidden, non-cash costs that are impacting cow-calf producers’ cost of production with today’s market prices.
While today’s cattle prices provide producers an incredible profit, it’s important for producers not to become complacent in day-to-day management and forget the weaning strategies that keep cow herds profitable.
Success in beef production is about building long-term partnerships and focusing on controllable factors. Through collaboration, all segments of the supply chain can work together to improve beef quality and consistency.
OSU’s Mark Johnson reviews the Oklahoma Gold and Oklahoma SuperGold supplementation programs as a means of adding profit potential.
K-State beef cattle experts provide insight on practical ways to reduce weight loss while transporting cattle to sale.
Florida Rancher Jim Strickland uses Vence system to improve wildlife habitat and waterways, protect cattle from predators and keep cattle safe during hurricanes.
Infection may not directly impact herd health, but it can have implications for nutritional management.
Specialists share strategies for evaluating herd performance following weaning and pregnancy check.
Preconditioning calf health programs prepare calves for better performance as they move through the system. That improved performance is measured in lower death loss, fewer health issues and better gain.
University of Nebraska’s Aaron Berger shares investment ideas for cattle producers to ponder as they experience increased income due to the high calf market.
A comprehensive herd-health program is crucial for the management and prevention of bovine respiratory disease.
Extension livestock management specialist Lacey Quail shares tips to help producers improve cow herd fertility.
Effective drenching relies on getting the medication in the right place, without waste.
How one Minnesota farmer is doubling down on covers and reaping the benefits.
K-State beef cattle experts emphasize the importance of clean, high-quality water in managing livestock.
Texas Tech’s Jennifer Koziol shares a comprehensive overview of strategic heifer development — focusing on selection, health, nutrition and breeding strategies.