Calves
One of the best ways to keep cattle healthy and gaining pounds in hot weather is to control flies, a Purdue Extension beef specialist says.
The 2012 calf crop was estimated at 34.3 million head, down 3%from 2011,which is the smallest calf crop since the 33.7 million born during 1949.
A university animal scientist talks about the advantages of planning early weaning for your cattle.
Poor weather conditions have resulted in high feed costs and big financial losses, Purdue Extension agricultural economist Chris Hurt says.
Take advantage of strong cattle prices by implementing a market plan now to stay ahead of drought-forced sell-offs and the fall run.
Value-added management strategies do work in the right environments to bring in more dollars.
There is little research on tornadoes impacting beef production, but there are several concerns that should be addressed.
This year’s stocker and backgrounder segment will see great opportunities in a market with upward momentum.
Veterinarian and Beef Today columnist Dan Goehl answers frequently asked questions relating to cattle health.
Calving problems are a concern fro many cow-calf producers.
The Cattlemen’s Beef Board (CBB) has asked for suggestions to improve the checkoff program. Here’s mine: Value-Added Checkoff.
Good nutrition supplemented with a balanced mineral mix is vital for optimum reproduction and lactation in your cowherd.
On the topsy-turvy roller-coaster ride of cattle prices this past year, one thing that most economists agree on is that the cattle industry remains in a strong position going into 2011. Cattle supplies continue to be at their lowest while demand is steady. The one monkey wrench in what could be a great year for cattle producers is high feed costs.
In just a little more than an hour 300 yearlings can be tested for bovine tuberculosis.
As fall approaches, cattlemen are preparing to buy the cattle they need to stock their winter pastures.
Exclusive commentary on the June 19 COF from Steve Kay of Cattle Buyers’ Weekly.
Steve Kay, of Cattle Buyer’'s Weekly, says today’s reports can be regarded as slighly positive.
As fall approaches and temperatures decrease, it’s time to think about weaning calves or filling pens with purchased calves. Young, light, freshly weaned calves also bring a unique set of health management challenges to the lot.
Cow-calf producers are constantly bombarded with decisions and challenges as it relates to herd health, nutrition, retaining versus purchasing heifers, sire selection, timing of marketing and the list could continue.
In cold and windy situations, protection for livestock will reduce cold stress and aid in calving success and energy requirements.
Value-added programs don’t necessarily add value to a set baseline price. Rather, they begin by removing some of the discount (risk) that buyers assume exist.
Don’t get caught by higher hay prices later this winter—be as accurate with your hay needs as you can now while you still have time to adjust your feeding plans.
While some cattlemen have already started weaning spring-calving herds, October and November are prime times for feeder cattle marketing decisions. What is your weaning strategy this year?