Source: American Feed Industry Association news release
The Institute for Feed Education and Research (IFEEDER) recently initiated a research project to analyze the potential impacts that vitamin and amino acid supply chain disruptions could have on livestock health and food...
Fusarium mold thrives in cool, humid conditions—temperatures of 69°F or lower and relative humidity above 70%. Among Fusarium species, Fusarium graminearum is notably responsible for producing vomitoxin, also known as deoxynivalenol (DON), and is a leading cause of gibberella...
Introduction
(Photo: Madison Kovarna, SDSU Extension)
Minerals are an important piece to the cattle herd nutrition puzzle. Supplementation method is important to examine, as mineral supplementation is another cost in maintaining a herd. There are hundreds, if not thousands, of pre-made...
Source: Pennsylvania State University
Formulating a diet for beef cattle and feeding a balanced ration are keys to having a successful beef operation. However, diet formulation does not always seem straightforward. There are numerous feed ingredients possible for cattle diets...
Source: Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives
Sample rations for mature, 1,300 lb cows, in good body condition, and in different stages of production are shown below. These rations are meant as guidelines only. They should not replace feed analysis...
Source: Cotton Incorporated
Cottonseed prices drop slightly from $242 to $229 per ton year-over-year amid ongoing market uncertainty.
Dairy and beef cattle producers can expect to see an increase in the whole cottonseed supply this crop year. According to the U.S....
A pioneering study by the University of California, Davis, has found that feeding grazing beef cattle a pelletized seaweed supplement can reduce methane emissions by nearly 40%, marking a significant step toward sustainable cattle farming. This is the first...
Creep feeding and creep grazing are supplemental nutrition strategies for nursing beef calves, each offering distinct benefits and considerations depending on management goals, forage quality, and market conditions.
Key Highlights
Creep Feeding:
Practice: Supplements calves with feed via self-feeders or...
Source: University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension
Author: Beth McIlquham
Introduction
Every spring and summer bring new challenges to growing crops in Wisconsin. This year is no different. To optimize cow productivity, evaluating nutrient levels in winter feed for cows is necessary....
Elanco Animal Health is advancing its livestock sustainability strategy, with a focus on reducing the environmental impact of beef cattle production. The company is expanding access to innovative products that lower livestock emissions and advocating for the role of...
