Calving Time
The 3 stages of parturition (calving)
Before the first heifer begins the calving process this spring, it would be wise to review what takes place in a normal delivery.
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Use Calving Ease scores to monitor and reduce dystocia
The old management adage “If you don’t measure it, you can’t improve it!” holds true for many beef production traits.
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Preparing for calving season
As we move into the new year it will be worthwhile to spend a little time planning and preparing for the upcoming calving season.
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Re-warming methods for cold-stressed newborn calves
Last winter was one of the mildest winters in recent history and so far this winter, most of Oklahoma has escaped any sub-zero temperatures. Nonetheless, before the spring calving season is over, there is a chance that some calves will be born in very cold winter temperatures.
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Assisting the posterior presentation (backwards calf)
Although officially winter has just begun, the spring calving season in the Southern Plains is only 4 to 6 weeks away.
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The annual production cycle
There is a certain set of production standards that should be required of cows within a herd to maximize profitability of a cow/calf operation.
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Combining limited access of hay with nighttime feeding
Cow-calf producers have always wished for the calves to be born in daylight. If cows go into labor in daylight, it is easier to see the cows and it is easier to get help if extra assistance is required to help with the delivery.
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Cow-calf corner: Using obstetrical tools for assisted calving
Glenn Selk gives advice on using obstetrical tools for assisted calving.
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Cow-calf corner: Prepare for winter calving
Glenn Selk helps producers prepare for winter calving.
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Production records for the commercial cow herd
Every rancher’s wife knows the panic that ensues when she takes a load of laundry out of the wash during calving season and realizes she has washed the calving book! Hopefully that is not the only copy because the value of good herd records is irreplaceable when it comes to cow herd management.
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BeefTalk: Drought strategy: Wean the calf, salvage the cow
Everyone is tired of hearing about drought. The skies are stark blue, usually considered nice, but most would appreciate some clouds and rain.
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