Calves
Review the numerous vaccination programs available and then, in consultation with a veterinarian, design and match operational needs with marketing protocols.
Corn should be a lot cheaper this fall, but will it be better than other alternative feed stuffs?
Increase the profitability of your cow-calf operation by utilizing early pregnancy detection.
A recent study indicates economic challenges will persist for cattle producers looking to expand herds.
Make sure you reduce the stress on your calves by preparing them for weaning.
Find out about creating a price floor by locking in calf prices and using Livestock Risk Protection as a risk management strategy.
A two-year panther study at two southwest Florida cattle ranches shows that the endangered cats attack and kill calves.
With beef prices high it’s time to invest in better genetics, University of Missouri economist says.
As the time for marketing feeder calves approaches there are several things to consider when getting ready to sell these calves to ensure the most value is received for them.
The cow-calf business depends on the production of calves. Too many producers leave that up to chance. What about you?
What is the cost of feeding all of these light weight cattle?
How can we “jump start” some of those late calving cows to start cycling and move them up in the calving season?
It is a good idea to take a second look at those calving notes before you put them away for the year.
With cattle prices at all time highs it is tempting to sell now, but it may be just as fruitful to hold onto those calves.
Cow-calf producers have a lot to consider when it comes to marketing their calves this year.
Cows are on high alert after calving, so this planting behavior impacts how and when groups of cattle can be moved or at least easily moved.
This time of year, cattle producers begin to ask ‘Should I creep feed my calves?’. The answer isn’t as simple as yes or no.
Managing critical control points at calving can help you have a successful calving season.
When the calf is off the teat its time for the cow to get in prime shape for the birth.
Selecting cow/calf record keeping software: Choosing what works for you!
Vaccines cost only $3 to $10 per calf. With prices for calves hovering around $2 per pound, even a pound of gain lost to a preventable disease would cover the cost of the vaccine.
Cattle producers are finally getting some relief from the especially long, cold and wet winter.
A K-State livestock economist talks value of gain projections for feeder cattle in the coming months, as well as nationwide beef herd expansion.
Having a broad vaccination program builds immunity within the general population, which effectively limits the capacity of the agents of disease to spread.
There are a lot of different reasons to castrate calves at a certain stage in their lives, but when is the best time to do it?
There are big benefits when it comes to implanting calves.
Ensuring you have a healthy calf on the ground is a great reason to look at calving ease when retaining heifers.