Animal health
A new genetic innovation from the Agricultural Research Service aims to produce 100% sterile male flies, maximizing facility efficiency and safeguarding the U.S. livestock industry from NWS.
Following extensive industry feedback, the updated guide provides a science-based roadmap for states, ranchers and veterinarians to combat potential NWS outbreaks.
Success at breeding time isn’t a silver bullet; it’s a timeline of nutrition, diagnostics and mineral management that starts 90 days before turnout.
K-State veterinarians discuss estrus synchronization protocols in heifers versus cows and how to find what works best in your operation.
From age to environment, multiple factors determine whether bulls pass a breeding soundness exam.
From targeted nutrition to disciplined phenotypic sorting, learn how Schrader Ranch and Christensen Charolais are building the next generation of productive and efficient females.
Move strengthens the KC Animal Health Corridor as a hub for animal health excellence.
A guide to medicated and non-medicated supplements for the cow-calf producer, stocker and feeder.
From reproductive readiness to mineral supplementation planning, K-State’s Jason Warner shares the top 10 management practices producers should be mindful of in April.
Disease challenges early in life can have permanent effects on a female’s ability to stay in the herd. Discover how to navigate the health pitfalls that threaten replacement heifer investment.
Fast-growing pasture creates ideal conditions for grass tetany in lactating cows. Understanding risk factors, early signs and mineral management is key to prevention.
With more than 800,000 acres burned, a grassroots network of ranchers helping ranchers is providing a lifeline of hay and hope for Nebraska beef producers.
Experts outline the integrated approach needed to capture every pound of gain.
Even after losing a major export market, the U.S. bovine genetics industry bounced back in 2025.
Texas animal health officials and Texas Cattle Feeders Association confirm the claims are false.
Tags provide early detection, lower death loss and greater peace of mind at Harper Feeders.
Study shows artificial intelligence and thermal cameras can estimate body temperature in cattle.
Kansas State Veterinarian Dr. Justin Smith outlines a coordinated plan built on surveillance, targeted treatment and movement controls to protect cattle operations while preserving business stability.
When approved drugs do not exist for a species, condition or delivery route, compounded medications can fill the gap. These formulations provide new flexibility for managing livestock health.
FDA issues emergency use authorization for topical spray to prevent and treat New World screwworm in multiple species.
Reducing the risk of scours can be accomplished by addressing different areas of management.
From skepticism to trust, Robb Forman has realized labor savings and better results through SenseHub’s heat-detecting technology using ear tags with accelerometers.
There are four classes of anti-infectives used for BRD treatment. It is impotant to use the correct class of antibiotic to control the disease-causing bacteria.
Data-driven decisions help cattle producer Buck Rich make every deworming count.
Flight zones, pressure and release, and facility design don’t just apply in the chute. They may be the missing framework for team cohesion in agriculture.
Production Animal Consultation will host two beef industry summits this spring.
From post-calving nutrition to bull selection decisions, K-State’s Jason Warner shares the top 10 management practices producers should be mindful of in March.
To help support cattle following the recent wildfires, Solvet will be providing CattleZen at no cost to producers impacted by the fires.
With 86% of North American feed ingredient samples testing above the risk threshold for mycotoxins, livestock may face stacked biological stress.
From the Secure Beef Supply (SBS) Plan to mock outbreaks, industry experts share how to safeguard your herd against emerging threats.