Management

Severity of winter and calf birth weights

Does the severity (coldness or mildness) of the winter have an impact on spring-born calf birth weights? ... Full story.

Supplement or replacer - What's the difference

Although February and March are still a few weeks away, looking ahead to the spring calving season requires that producers be prepared for those situations where mother-nature needs a little boost. ... Full story.

Get past sticker shock for good decisions

High prices are all around as cattle producers search for production inputs. Many producers experience “sticker shock” as they react to these prices. A common reaction is to avoid purchasing outwardly expensive items even if the result is that production output suffers. So when is passing on a purchase justified, and when should cattle producers bite the bullet and make a seemingly sizeable investment? ... Full story.

Controlling and preventing pinkeye in cattle

K-State veterinarian Gregg Hanzlicek passes along the latest advice on controlling and preventing pinkeye disease in both grass and feedlot cattle, with a close look at vaccine management against this painful and costly condition. ... Full story.

Implant calves this year?

In all of cattle management there are few things as easy to administer, consistent in response or as well documented as the use of growth promotant implants. ... Full story.

Good nutrition vital from calving to breeding

A cow herd's greatest nutrient requirements occur immediately after calving and continue through peak milk production. ... Full story.

Playing the cards you’re dealt

Cattlemen who calve heifers before their spring calving cows have either tagged the first calves or are checking their calving supply checklist. ... Full story.

Improper cow nutrition proves costly for beef producers

Thin cows can be economically devastating as beef producers head into spring calving season, said Purdue Extension beef specialist Ron Lemenager. ... Full story.

Transition Cow Nutrition & Management

Dairy cows are generally provided with a 60-day dry period. The first part of the dry period is called the “far-off dry period” beginning at dry off and continuing until 21 days before projected calving date. ... Full story.

Cow Disposition & Preg Rate

Probably not surprising, but most AI breeders find that nervous, excitable cows tend to have lower preg rates when AI bred. That’s why the portable breeding barn is such a hit with those who use it. ... Full story.

Nebraska ranch practicum (Management)

The University of Nebraska will offer several sessions of its Ranch Practicum this summer. ... Full story.

Management conference proceedings available

You can order proceedings from the Four-State Professional Dairy Management seminar held in June. ... Full story.