BeefTalk
BeefTalk: Let cattle rest and check water and check water again
There are days when finding bright spots is hard because the beef industry is in a bit of a tough spot. Things will work out, but, for today, it is tough.
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BeefTalk: How many cows are in the pen?
When done correctly, databases can be developed that provide producers with answers to their questions as they look to change their operations.
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BeefTalk: How to survive the cattle business
As the Fourth of July passes by again and numerous gatherings of family and friends wrap up, there is a call for a little time to rest and catch up.
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BeefTalk: Does late calving mean late weaning?
Does late calving mean late weaning? The Dickinson Research Extension Center changed calving dates, so the bull turnout date this year will be Aug. 1.
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BeefTalk: 4, 3 or 2 pounds of gain, so what?
Cattle always are on the cutting edge, at least commercial cattle are. That means the average cow can be called upon to fit many niches.
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BeefTalk: 2 pounds of average daily gain equals grass beef
Growing grass is good and harvesting the grass through the cattle is great, but the end product must increase in value every day to make the process worthwhile.
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BeefTalk: Integrating a new grass and beef production model
In recent years, much discussion has been held regarding grass and beef production. The concept of integrating the two production activities seems like a no-brainer.
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BeefTalk: There is room for more cows
One advantage of keeping records is the ability to look back in time. Time changes everything, but that everything may be big for some and small for others.
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BeefTalk: Don't take bull fertility for granted
Late May and early June are prime bull turnout times in the beef business, so the final check needs to be done now to make sure every bull is ready to go.
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BeefTalk: Are your cows ready for breeding?
Well, what is, is. After a long and fairly nice winter, cattle are moving slowly to the cool-season grasses.
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BeefTalk: Birth weight in the eyes of a chicken
The question of birth weight is always a good topic during calving. More precisely, birth weight involving calving replacement heifers or first-calf heifers. Generally, older cows have few calving problems.
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- New animal identification rules aid disease traceability
- Oklahoma producers have access to new OQBN tool
- Survey reveals most Americans in favor of COOL
- Oil ends higher on weaker dollar, supplies weigh
- Purdue's beef evaluation program receives 10,000th bull
- Corn planting pace turns from record slow to record fast
- Michigan hay buyers should plan purchases early
- U.S. cattle placements rise in April as feed costs subside
- Ag markets were mixed to start the new week
- Corn planting pace turns from record slow to record fast
- Drought losses in Oklahoma top $400 million for 2012
- Corn and soybean prices continue to retrace 2012 drought rally
