Cowmen
Terminal crossbreeding is a solution to economic antagonisms in the beef industry.
Carl Steiger shares the factors that go into 808 Ranch’s equipment purchasing decisions.
When planning a 500-head feeding facility plus cattle working area, Kansas beef producer Trey Ruetti did his homework researching options focusing on quality and value.
Anaplasmosis can be devastating with death losses in some herds approaching 50%.
K-State experts say a thoughtful crossbreeding plan can boost fertility, longevity and herd resilience.
New product announcements from Supreme International and John Deere.
Producers can save time, money and headaches with a good herd record system.
From body condition scores to mineral needs, K-State’s Jason Warner shares the top 10 management practices producers should be mindful of in October.
Strong demand doesn’t just happen. It’s built through effort, investment and consistency.
The decision to retain heifers goes far beyond current cattle prices; it is increasingly about creating and capturing greater value with every calf loaded on that truck in the future.
NCBA’s Colin Woodall says the “significant plan to help rebuild the American cattle supply” does not currently include a direct payment but rather the possibility of addressing regulatory burdens.
During Farm Safety week, John Currin, Virginia Tech Extension veterinarian, reminds us: “No matter how long we’ve done this, we can always learn to do things better. Be open and don’t think you know everything.”
Getting cows bred and keeping them pregnant is key to capitalizing on the record cattle market.
Rabobank expects the Jan. 1, 2026, beef cow inventory to be 28 million head — up 200,000 head from the prior year. A second increase of less than 500,000 head is likely over the following year.
Setting cattle up for success starts with building a robust immune system that can respond to disease challenges. Building immunity starts the day a calf is born.
When condition scoring cows, producers should look beyond age, frame size, depth, length pregnancy status and hair coat. BCS is intended to provide a consistent system to quantify relative fatness regardless of other factors.
An Oklahoma rancher and his vet built a deworming plan that includes four practices that any producer can adopt: diagnostics, combination treatment, refugia and management.
Two hidden, non-cash costs that are impacting cow-calf producers’ cost of production with today’s market prices.
Florida Rancher Jim Strickland uses Vence system to improve wildlife habitat and waterways, protect cattle from predators and keep cattle safe during hurricanes.
Extension livestock management specialist Lacey Quail shares tips to help producers improve cow herd fertility.
How one Minnesota farmer is doubling down on covers and reaping the benefits.
Understanding stress and risk in production agriculture.
Texas Tech’s Jennifer Koziol shares a comprehensive overview of strategic heifer development — focusing on selection, health, nutrition and breeding strategies.
Attaining ranch profitability is a hot topic, but what about how to use and invest those profits?
Information about Angus’ new recognition program, Red Angus collaborates with Breedr and applications open for W.D. Farr Scholarship.
Cattle producer Jerry Weekes uses an intensive grazing rotational system on irrigated pasture to capture more value per acre of land.
K-State beef cattle experts discuss critical management strategies for bulls in their off-season.
During a disaster, not all animals fit in the back seat for evacuation, so veterinarians at Texas A&M provide helpful tips for owners with large animals.
Six reasons why traceability is important.
It’s not too early to begin evaluating the economic and agronomic conditions and considerations for possible winter stocker production.