Pasture-Forage
Native to east Asia, the ALHT was first detected in New Jersey in 2017. Since then, it has spread to more than 20 states with recent confirmations in Illinois, Michigan and Iowa.
Consider these important reminders before opening the pasture gate.
Prevention and early intervention is key to dealing with pinkeye.
Frothy bloat is sporadic, unpredictable and difficult to prevent. It typically occurs when cattle graze legume or legume-based pastures.
Prevention and control of foot rot begins with management of the environment.
Information about Hereford Feedout Program, LMA Auctioneering Scholarship and Toxic Plants and Livestock Health Webinars.
Oklahoma State University multidisciplinary scientists are teaming up to research how cover crops can improve the environmental impacts of cattle foraging.
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension specialists share these tips for grazing after a wildfire.
Beef producers will gain education in forage management, cattle health and heifer development amid challenges.
Allowing cattle to graze is a well documented tool to help remove the fuel that can lead to wildfires.
Two generational ranches share the benefits of written grazing management plans for stewardship, profitability and legacy.
To target deworming efforts, producers need to know which parasites they’re dealing with.
Virtual fencing allows grazing to continue after wildfire rips through rancher’s BLM allotment.
Identify the parasites at play, then eradicate them before they cause damage.
Virtual fencing provides options for small pasture sizes and not-so-great physical fences.
Virtual fencing helps Texas cattleman move cattle from the comfort of home before the summer heat sets in.
In person and online educational events cover a variety of cow-calf and feedlot topics from University of Nebraska — Lincoln and Nebraska Extension.
Former Ag Lab Forages looks to supply the Great Plains with accurate beef and dairy nutrition data and insights.
The performance of growing calves on wheat pasture can by increased by providing a small amount of a concentrate supplement carrying an ionophore and minerals that are deficient in wheat pasture.
Proper nutrition during this period ensures cattle health, productivity and reproductive performance.
When it comes to grazing cattle, one size does not fit all operations, but experts agree having a plan is better than not.
If pastures are slightly overstocked or have less forage available due to poor wheat growing conditions, forage allowance of 3 lbs. can provide enough forage for about 2.5 lbs. of gain per day.
We tapped the expertise of five cattle ranchers to find out what decisions have had the most impact on the success of their businesses.
America’s Conservation Ag Movement Conservation Steward Josh Davis taps financial and technical assistance to steward his generational land.
While financial well-being is a function of the market, it is also a function of the availability of grass for grazing cattle. Both define the cattle cycle. Furthermore, grazing is critical for rangeland health.
Explore proactive strategies now to avoid costly decisions this winter
Shovel Dot Ranch uses grazing management to protect their fragile ecosystem and legacy.
Conclusions show producers should consider weather when making decisions about stocking rates and grazing continuity.
“Have you considered teff grass?” This is a growing response to those who are looking for more crop choices in their operations.
Weeds can reduce the quantity and the stand life of desirable forage plants in pastures and hayfields.