Cowmen
The cancer research fundraiser is slated for June 5 and 6, north of Cozad.
The tiny, annoying pest can wreak $6 billion in losses annually to U.S. cattle production due to decreased weight gain or milk production, veterinary needs and control measures.
Preparation is the difference between a saved calf and a costly loss. Discover how early inventory checks, strategic feeding and timely intervention can redefine calving success.
Stop setting blind goals and start benchmarking. This simple three-step audit helps cattle producers move from “guesswork” to “precision” in herd health, reproduction and financial management.
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.
CattleFax has opened its 2025 Cow-Calf Survey for beef producers to benchmark profitability and industry trends. Participants can win one of three $700 vouchers by completing the survey by March 31.
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.
As the beef industry descends on Music City this week, the Farm Journal team is on location to separate the noise from the news and bring you the insights that can impact your bottom line.
USDA’s annual report reveals the smallest total herd since 1951, with beef cow numbers falling to 27.6 million despite a slight uptick in replacement heifers.
While having a job outside of the farm brings dependable income and often insurance, the heavy load of working to help keep the farm afloat - while not being fully involved in daily operations - can take a toll on the off-the-farm spouse.
Proactive planning is key to minimizing livestock stress and maintaining gains during extreme winter weather events.
Finding and buying a new herd bull can be overwhelming with the vast amount of information and data available. Industry experts recommend defining program objectives and specifying selection criteria before getting a bidder number.
Texas A&M’s David Anderson breaks down the current cull cow market and shares his prediction for future cow prices.
Record keeping is not one size fits all. CattleMax CEO Terrell Miller says record keeping without reporting and analysis is simply creating an electronic file cabinet.
Preparing for a successful calving season, ensure all supplies are stocked and equipment is fully functional before the first calf arrives to minimize stress and maximize efficiency.
Cattle producers and industry leaders share their concerns as the calendar advances to 2026.
Genomic testing improves confidence in the decisions producers make when selecting replacement heifers and bulls.
Identifying breeding goals as well as prudent selection and mating decisions can result in a cow herd that yields more beef per acre of pasture, reduces your maintenance cost and serves as the production factory of market topping calves.
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Wellnitz says proper communication saves a business time and money in the long run.
In regard to building back a better cow herd through sound, intentional selection and mating decisions, the single strongest argument for crossbreeding is the advantage in reproductive fitness and longevity of crossbred cows.
To help cattle reach optimum performance, don’t forget to monitor vitamin A intake.
Oklahoma State’s Mark Johnson explains hybrid vigor is the result of GCV.
UNL Extension specialists explain four reasons for reproductive failure.
Experts say, when making culling decisions, remember to look at calf weaning weight in comparison to cow size.
Oklahoma State’s Peel reports data indicates little heifer retention while a slow herd rebuilding may be beginning.
Here’s how beef producers Jon and Patty Tebelius have built a herd that works for their customers.