Animal Nutrition
A guide to medicated and non-medicated supplements for the cow-calf producer, stocker and feeder.
From methane and nitrogen to soil biology and cow-calf profitability, Alltech’s beef research leader urges the industry to stop chasing single metrics and start managing the entire ecosystem.
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.
Why energy, protein, minerals and weekly body condition checks are critical to getting cows and first‑calf heifers rebred on schedule.
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.
Oklahoma State extension specialists share strategies for producers to consider after a wildfire.
With 86% of North American feed ingredient samples testing above the risk threshold for mycotoxins, livestock may face stacked biological stress.
From colostrum intake to feedlot performance, research shows maternal nutrition is the key to long-term ranch profitability.
OSU and KSU experts explain why restricting nutrients fails to prevent dystocia and how maintaining a BCS 6 ensures calf survival and colostrum quality.
From a new animal feed and nutrition company to new animal health products and technology tools, check out these products released an promoted on the trade show floor in Nashville.
Research shows producers can strategically use feeding time to aid in their calving season.
From cow herd nutrition strategies to not forgetting your bulls, K-State’s Jason Warner shares the top 10 management practices producers should be mindful of in February.
Competitive yardage, heifer-specific nutrition and easy-to-use facilities give producers another way to develop heifers when feed and labor are tight at home.
Diagnostic strategies help identify gestational nutrient gaps linked to stillbirths and weak calves.
UNL extension educators share 5 tips to grazing cornstalks.
University of Missouri Extension specialists find that producers see up to $300 savings in feeding costs per calf when their livestock graze standing milo through the winter.
OSU specialists share strategies for improving forage efficiency in replacement females.
To help cattle reach optimum performance, don’t forget to monitor vitamin A intake.
Research and expert insights point to meaningful benefits for immunity, antioxidant protection and calf performance.
While research is still emerging, postbiotics offer a unique approach for supporting rumen function while being stable across varying rearing environments.
Analysis of your production system, breeding objectives, mating decisions and development ensures the your heifers are the right fit for your environment and set your operation up for success.
Grazing bales can lower feed delivery costs, reduce labor needs and better nutrient distribution from manure and urine.
UNL’s Aaron Berger shares strategies to consider before turning cows on corn stalks.
The weaned calf is currently an expensive commodity whose health and growth should not be taken lightly.
Feed intake helps predict nutrient requirements and stocking rates.
Research-backed probiotics are gaining traction in beef systems, offering new tools for rumen stability and health management.
Prebiotics are emerging as a valuable tool in beef nutrition, supporting gut health and resilience during feed transitions.
Analysis of almost 1,500 liver samples from beef and dairy cattle reveals persistent trace mineral deficiencies affecting herd health.
Iowa Beef Center’s Garland Dahlke shares what is key to a newly weaned calf’s diet.
With high calf prices, now might be the time to consider investing in your nutrition program to maximize reproductive performance.