Rancher
K-State beef cattle experts discuss critical management strategies for bulls in their off-season.
Consider these forage and cattle management suggestions for successful grazing through the fall, winter and into the future.
CDC’s Nichols to discuss connections between animal and human health Oct. 6 at K-State.
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.
Reviewing the successes and challenges of the first-of-its-kind grid premiums based on genetic merit data.
Understanding the tick’s threat and its associated pathogen is key to implementing proactive management strategies to protect your cow herd.
Missouri Extension State forage specialist Carson Roberts suggests four alternatives that could be more economical than growing hay for your animals.
Cow herd expansion is not the only option to consider when the markets are strong and producers have profit to invest.
The three most important things to retailers and consumers are having a good product, in stock and at a good value.
Here are three options producers can consider when weaning calves.
Missouri Extension State Forage Specialist Carson Roberts says hay is expensive to make and encourages producers to find other options for winter feed.
To be sustainable, each enterprise needs to be profitable on its own. Planning for profit starts by first setting a goal, then tracking income and expenses.
Four beef cattle specialists share strategies to help producers decide when to wean calves.
No one time fits all, so producers should consider several factors when determining when to calve.
With tight supplies and a strong demand, cull cow prices continue to set records.
The cattle industry unites to fight hunger and helps communities in the Northwest through beef donations.
Sun, heat and moisture can harm animals’ skin, but early care helps to keep livestock healthy.
Veterans of 2016 Florida Key deer outbreak reflect on lessons learned and share insight to protect Texas livestock and wildlife.
Asian longhorned tick has not been found in Kansas, but calves purchased from the East and being fed in Kansas have been diagnosed with the parasite.
The opportunity in bull selection comes in defining what kind of bull is needed and utilizing technology that allows to precision mate to the cow herd.
Tips to help producers implement a successful estrus synchronization program.
Rangeland rancher John Austel was glad to have a wildfire grazing plan in place, but he didn’t want to have to put it to the test.
Animal age, facilities available, castration method and pain control are all important to consider when planning castration strategies.
Dr. Taylor Engle of Four Star Veterinary Services shares how producers can improve calf health outcomes by rethinking everything from pre-birth to bunk.
Factors to consider when deciding if it is time to pull bulls.
Recent research predicts modest wolf impacts can cut ranch income 28%.
Tall fescue adds to summer heat losses come in the form of less gain, weaker fertility and other health issues.