The Sandhills System involves moving pregnant cows on to different “clean” ground while leaving freshly calved pairs in the field they were born in. This method helps minimize direct contact between older calves and younger calves and reduces the...
When it comes to cattle production, the use of antibiotics and antimicrobials at large can sometimes create pause with the consumer. How do we keep our animals safe while assuring the food is safe for the public? How do...
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Harvesting, storing and delivering a beef herd’s winter rations are the largest expense for most operations. Even small improvements in a winter feed system can result in significant feed cost savings.
This episode of Cattle HQ, Robin Salverson learns from Dr. Rebecca Poole about the cutting edge research around the uterine microbiome and the potential impact on fertility. Join us during this episode to learn more about:
What is a...
Tune in to hear guests Erika Stewart (SK VBP+ Coordinator) and Karla Hicks (Bluestone Stock Farms) discuss the importance of training to making our operations the best they can be.
Host Jeff Lehmkuhler is joined by Dr. Gregg Rentfrow, Extension Professor and meat specialist, to introduce the cut sheet and share what to consider when completing one when having a beef processed.
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Lameness is the second leading reason that feedlot cattle are pulled and given antibiotics. Understanding the cause of lameness is important to making appropriate treatment decisions.
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This week Dana and Dr. Peel come together to discuss the economics of heifer retention and herd expansion. This is chock full of discussion about what is going on behind the scenes of the cattle industry with prices...
