Researchers at Michigan State University (MSU) have published new findings on how cattle diets influence the nutrient composition and healthfulness of beef. The study, conducted by MSU scientists Jenifer Fenton and Jason Rowntree, was published in October 2024 in...
Source: University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension
written by: Beth McIlquham
Introduction
Grazing cattle sounds so simple. The forage grows, the cattle eat the forage, and it all ends with a “happily ever after.” Unfortunately, it’s not as simple as it sounds....
Key Cost Factors in Cattle Feeding
The biggest variable costs: calf purchase and feed.
Improving feed efficiency can enhance profitability and reduce environmental impact.
High feed costs driven by:
Poor growing conditions in major grain-producing areas.
Use of feed...
Source: Ohio State University Extension
Clif Little, Educator, Ag/NR, Guernsey County, Ohio State University Extension
Ted Wiseman, Educator, Ag/NR Perry County, Ohio State University Extension
Forage quality changes with maturity and storage. A forage test can provide useful information about the nutritive...
ADM Animal Nutrition, a division of ADM (NYSE: ADM), has issued a recall for specific pelleted animal feed products due to potential mineral imbalances that could pose risks to cattle. Some products may contain elevated levels of copper, while...
Proper nutrition is essential for market steers to reach their full potential in show competitions. A well-balanced diet that includes adequate protein, energy, and minerals supports optimal growth, muscle development, and appropriate fat cover for show day. This guide...
The Institute for Feed Education and Research (IFEEDER), in partnership with the American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) and the Fats and Proteins Research Foundation (FPRF), has released a new report detailing the feed consumption of major U.S. livestock, poultry,...
As the cattle cycle experiences an upturn, producers should take advantage of this period to implement cost-effective and efficient feeding strategies. Given that feed expenses account for up to 70% of an operation’s annual costs, optimizing feed utilization is...
Source: OMAFRA
Corn stover can provide a low cost feed source for mid-gestation beef cows. The energy in a cornfield is half in the grain and half in the stover or plant material. Once the crop is harvested, half the...
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...
