Chelsey Erdmann openly admits that she is not mechanically inclined and likes the business side of farming and ranching better in this week’s podcast episode.
The only certainty during spring planting is uncertainty. Farmers face many challenges: too much rain, too little rain, long hours, crop diseases and pests, machinery breakdowns.
The Beef Checkoff has made several key updates to its programs in in the last few months, with a focus on its mission of building consumer trust in beef production.
Solving an outbreak in a group of calves can feel a lot like an investigation. Use diagnostics to answer questions and uncover clues in a BRD outbreak.
Why don't we finish goals? Jon Acuff, best-selling author and motivational speaker, says we often focus on the wrong thing when we talk about our goals. Here's what he says it takes to finish the goals that matter.
Don’t Risk Losing $100 Per Head. Keep Implant Applications Clean. Make sure your implant administration process follows the practices in this article, or you might risk losing a significant amount of money per head
When the supply chain faced unprecedented challenges causing unpredictable markets and temporarily bare grocery store shelves, Jared Achen and Katie Olthoff were able to turn an obstacle into an opportunity.
Five Kansas State University students were named recipients of the 2021-2022 Henry C. Gardiner scholarships, awarded to students meeting rigorous criteria and exhibiting a commitment improving the beef industry.
Dr. Todd Bilby, associate director of ruminant technical services for Merck Animal Health, will share how to get more cows bred in the first 21 days, why it matters and how to improve those numbers.
The author of bestselling book ‘Is Gwyneth Paltrow Wrong About Everything?’ Timothy Caulfield is set to provide keynote at the Animal Agriculture Alliance's 2021 Virtual Stakeholders Summit.
University studies show suckling calves revealed significant weight gain through strategic implanting compared with nonimplanted cattle. Dr. Gary Sides of Zoetis discusses the latest research and promising results.
Setting young calves up for success from day one is easier when following trusted protocols. Industry experts share what works for them to save you time and expense in creating your own recipe for calf health.
Diminish parasites in your livestock with confidence. Avoid unintended management mistakes by understanding how some parasiticide active ingredients work against parasites.
Cattle with a Mannheimia haemolytica infection can go from seemingly healthy to deceased in a day. That’s why choosing the right vaccine is key in preventing not only M. haemolytica but other deadly diseases as well.
Reproductive success in the cow herd affects your bottom line. Find out how nutrition, herd health and management work hand-in-hand to deliver success when calving time rolls around.
Frank Mitloehner, professor and air quality specialist at UC-Davis is the keynote speaker at the virtual 2021 Driftless Region Beef Conference set for Jan. 26 to 28.
Picking the right hybrid for corn silage requires different criteria than for hybrids for grain silage. Learn how to make the best choice for your acres.
Join Robert Fulton, DVM, PhD, Oklahoma State University, as he shares findings from several studies that clarify the most predominant subtype of bovine viral diarrhea virus (BVDV).
Applications are open until January 31, 2021 for students pursuing a degree in meat science, animal science, economics, marketing, business, communications or other beef-related fields.
More than 275 individuals and 16 collegiate clubs enroll in the 2020 College Aggies Online competition, representing 87 colleges and 39 states. Here are the results.
Young calf respiratory disease can take a heavy toll on the health of your animals and your finances. That's why getting young calves off to a healthy start can benifit a cow/calf operation in numerous ways.
The first few days of a calf’s life sets the stage for future health and optimum performance. Learn why adequate colostrum consumption the first 12 to 24 hours can have life-long implications on calf immunity.
Weaning time is right around the corner for spring born calves. Did you know preconditioning them for at least 45 days can help ensure optimum health and performance?
Just how important are those first few hours after a calf is born? Explore what you can do to help set calves up for success by understanding and maximizing calf immunity
There are three classes of dewormers approved for use in U.S. cattle – benzimidazoles, endectocides or macrocyclic lactones, and imidazothiazoles. The two most commonly-used are endectocides and benzimidazoles.
Concerns about COVID-19 have people worried about the health and safety of their families, businesses and livestock. Here’s a recap of the methods in which disease is spread.
Can we predict respiratory disease (BRD) onset using behavior monitoring technology? A research group at Texas A&M University looked to answer this very question.