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While “high-risk” cattle are often given high levels of hay or forage to aid in the transition to a milled diet, a study at the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station researches ways to increase performance.

While there are many seasonal preparations to consider before calving season begins, calf scours prevention is not always one that comes to mind. However, the best time to mitigate the risks of the disease is now.

As 2023 begins, 17 states have a Drought Severity and Coverage Index (DSCI) greater than 150, mostly in the Central Plains and western U.S.

In this time of growing leverage, feeders should adopt a New Year’s Resolution, “I will not sell on the first bid,” as evidenced by the Eastern feeder’s ability to resist initial offers of $248 and trade at $252.

Fire officials have identified property owners as the primary line of defense in protecting their homes before a wildfire starts.

What happens when a large, wealthy sovereign nation possessing vast expanses of both crop and pastureland declares a moratorium on imports?

Ahh, the year of 2022! It was full of challenges for those of us in the cattle business. Drought, high input cost, excessive heat ... and more drought! There are lessons to learn from 2022 that can make us better.

What clues can cattlemen glean from historical market activity from December to May for perspective on price trends and profit margins?