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Drought can play havoc on pasture leases.

Selecting a bull today can be an overwhelming task for many cow-calf producers.

Cattle futures showing that prices may have been inflated the past few months.

Less-than-normal rainfall means slower-growing fescue and some operations will be feeding hay longer this spring – a time when grass grazing is critical for spring-calving cows.

Planning for the upcoming grazing season is important and should include factors such as estimated stocking rates, time of grazing for specific pastures, as well as contingency plans in the event of dry conditions.

Having a plan and preparing ahead of time for the calving season can help to minimize calf loss, increasing the percent calf crop at weaning.

Grain sorghum residue provides similar quality to corn residue and can be more accessible in winters with deep snow cover.

Even though calves may have been on a backgrounding program for several months, it doesn’t mean they are safe from subsequent health issues later on in the feeding period.

Wayne Hepper of Flying O Ranch, Bismarck, N.D., was honored as the North American Limousin Foundation Commercial Producer of the Year.

The next Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Ranch Management University will be March 30-April 3.