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Barn camera systems are helping producers reduce labor and improve calf survival by spotting problems sooner.
The first milk from a cow is critical to a calf’s ability to fight disease and infection, and it also reduces calf loss before weaning and improves overall herd health long term.
Oklahoma State’s Peel shares five factors for cow-calf producers to consider in the new year.
University of Missouri Extension specialists find that producers see up to $300 savings in feeding costs per calf when their livestock graze standing milo through the winter.
Oklahoma State’s Mark Johnson breaks down the value of a bull in today’s market.
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.
From nutrition strategies to not forgetting the herd bulls, K-State’s Jason Warner shares the top 10 management practices producers should be mindful of in January.
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.
Here’s a look back at the top 10 stories on Drovers.com in 2025.
Terrain’s Dave Weaber says placements of cattle into feedlots will continue to shrink, long-feared beef slaughter capacity reductions have arrived, and the beef cow herd hasn’t begun to expand.
Noble Research Institute shared data-backed management practices for land stewardship.
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.
Texas A&M professor shares 8 common stressors that can weaken an animal’s defenses, enabling bacteria to reach the lungs and cause disease.
K-State beef cattle experts emphasize early heifer preparation and the role of nutrition in early conception and calving success.
K-State veterinarians discuss the steps producers should take after finding an aborted fetus.
Experts share five tips for producers seeking clarity in an increasingly complex tax environment.
K-State beef cattle experts suggest several ways producers might want to consider housing bulls for minimal fighting.
Oklahoma State’s Mark Johnson explains hybrid vigor is the result of GCV.
Providing proper winter shelter and quality nutrition ensures cattle health, safety and productivity during cold months.
Peel says the best thing politicians can do to help cattle and beef markets is to shut up and let the markets work.
Facing a tidal wave of misinformation from non-experts, producers and veterinarians are stepping up as social media advocates to bridge the gap between consumer curiosity and the realities of livestock production. Learn how industry professionals are building trust and public understanding one post at a time.
UNL Extension specialists explain four reasons for reproductive failure.
K-State’s Warner says cold stress increases cow’s energy needs.
Founder of Pioneer Accounting shares strategies to help ranchers simplify tax season.
Experts say, when making culling decisions, remember to look at calf weaning weight in comparison to cow size.
Oklahoma State’s Mark Johnson explains replacement heifer selection strategies based on genetic potential.
Oklahoma State’s Peel reports data indicates little heifer retention while a slow herd rebuilding may be beginning.